Get Along Monsters: No More Teasing

An adult host serves as guide for this short program that uses dramatic vignettes featuring youngsters to demonstrate instances of teasing, followed by suggestions for handling, and a do-over illustrating a better approach. Stressing that fighting is a bad choice, No More Teasing explores the reasons for teasing and looks at the ways victims can respond to a bully, such as ignoring the tormenter, walking away, or banding together as a group to confront a teaser. The program also demonstrates how confidence and standing up for oneself can make a big difference in an intimidating situation (“Being nice to someone shows you're strong”). Also featuring brief segments with the cartoon “Get Along Monsters” characters, this addition to the series presents tips well-suited to the target audience of grades K-3. Recommended. Aud: K, E, P. (J. Williams-Wood)