“Empowering Children: The ABCs of Surviving School Violence” by Natalie Johnson-Leslie & H. Steve Leslie

Natalie Johnson-Leslie and H. Steve Leslie are passionate educators and advocates for child safety, bringing their wealth of experience to the forefront with their latest book, “The ABCs of Surviving School Violence.” As educators and parents, Natalie and Steve recognized the pressing need to address school violence and equip young minds with the tools they need to protect themselves and their peers. Drawing from their years of working in schools and their dedication to ensuring a safer environment for children, they took on the journey of creating this essential guidebook.

The inspiration for this book stemmed from the authors deep concern for the safety of young students. Natalie and Steve observed that while schools prepare children for natural disasters and stranger danger, they often fall short in addressing the increasingly prevalent issue of school violence, which is more likely to be perpetrated by someone known to the students. “The ABCs of Surviving School Violence” was born out of a desire to bridge this critical gap in education and provide children with practical, easy-to-remember safety tips.

In “The ABCs of Surviving School Violence,” young readers can expect a unique and important resource that combines the simplicity of the alphabet with life-saving lessons. This engaging and easy-to-follow guidebook takes young readers on an educational journey through the alphabet, pairing each letter with an essential safety tip. From “A” for Alertness to “Z” for Zooming in on surviving violence, this book covers a wide range of practical advice to help children navigate dangerous situations confidently and resiliently.

The narrative is informative and empowering, encouraging young minds to develop the skills needed to stay safe in the face of adversity. By blending education with empowerment, Natalie Johnson-Leslie and H. Steve Leslie ensure that their readers are informed and inspired to take action and prioritize their safety. Their primary goal with this book is to equip young children with the knowledge and skills they need to make the right choices when faced with school violence. Through the book’s engaging narrative and practical advice, they hope to instill a sense of confidence and preparedness in young minds.

Let’s extract a powerful lesson from the book: “N = Non-violence leads to satisfaction.” This simple yet powerful message underscores the importance of choosing peaceful solutions over aggression, showing that it’s possible to survive and protect ourselves without resorting to violence. The book’s core message is to educate, inform, and empower young readers with practical, common-sense principles that can save lives in the face of school violence.

The book aims to equip children with the knowledge and confidence to make the right choices when faced with challenging situations. Parents and teachers can use this book as a tool to introduce kids to essential safety tips while learning the alphabet. By sharing this knowledge with young learners, we collectively work towards preventing further tragedies caused by school violence. Together, we can instill these crucial lessons and promote a culture of non-violence and safety. By sharing these essential lessons, “The ABCs of Surviving School Violence” aims to contribute to safer schools and communities, ultimately reducing the tragic consequences of school violence.

Get ready for a life-changing adventure with “The ABCs of Surviving School Violence” by Natalie Johnson-Leslie and H. Steve Leslie. This empowering guide isn’t just words; it’s a lifesaving tool.

Explore their website at www.survivingschoolviolence.com to gain a deeper understanding of how to handle and cope with incidents of school violence.

Please watch the video featuring the “Surviving School Violence Exhibit”

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Natalie Johnson-Leslie (Author), H. Steve Leslie (Author)

Language : English
Paperback : 24 pages
ISBN-10 : 1449063977
ISBN-13 : 978-1449063979
Item Weight : 2.61 ounces
Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.06 x 11 inches

By buying this book, you secure your child’s safety and boost their confidence, bravery, and decision-making skills in crucial moments.”

Dr. Natalie A. Johnson-Leslie, is an Associate Professor of teacher education at Arkansas State University. She received her PhD from Iowa State University in the areas of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies as well as Curriculum and Instructional Technology. She teaches early childhood, mid-level and secondary education pre-service teachers. Her main research interests lie in the field of educational leadership, technology integration in the curriculum, assessing and evaluating student behavior as well as school violence.

H. Steve Leslie, is Instructor of Business Communication and the former Interim Director of the Arkansas State University Faculty Center. Mr. Leslie also spent 7 years as an adjunct instructor in Communication Studies at Arkansas State University. His professional background is in education, banking and financial systems, sales and service management, and as an integrator, trainer and financial analyst. Mr. Leslie has a teaching diploma in Math and Science; M.B.A. in Finance and Banking; M.A. in Communication Studies and M.S. in Information Systems and E-Commerce. His research interests include school violence, human communication, sales and service management and gender equity. He recently completed the Specialist in Community College Teaching and is currently working towards a doctorate in Educational Leadership.

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