Crystal Bean / Maurice Bean / Mya Bean
'I Stand Up to Bullies,' illustrates the story of a little girl named Mya in an elementary school setting. Our main character, Mya, finds herself with a big problem. It’s not learning or education related! Her problem deals with the BIG BAD world of BULLIES! Bullies are one of the leading causes of why children and young adults fear and lose interest in school, lose social skills, and develop low self-esteem. Additionally, it leads suicidal thoughts and potentially causes suffering from depression. Mya recognizes how the bully named Samuel is saying mean words to her. Mya doesn’t like it. The story details how Mya gains the strength to stand up for herself by reciting positive words daily to rebuild her self-esteem. As a result, Mya gains the strength to overcome and conquer her bully through her constant positivity and the daily reinforcement of her very own self-power. Today bullies are everywhere and it’s important to recognize and understand if and when children are being bullied. It’s also equally important to help the child feel comfortable in identifying exactly who the bully is. Bullying is the action of repeated physical, verbal, and psychological aggressive behavior by a group or an individual towards another person who is less powerful. Each student has the right to be happy and free of bullies and others whose intentions are to harm. Children have the right to stand up for themselves. Conquering your bully is for everyone! All children are different - no one the same. Children come in all colors, shapes, and forms and they should be confident in using their creative minds to stimulate growth and excellence as they develop and learn.
