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Don't Feed The Bully is the new novel by author/comedian Brad Tassell in 2006.  dontfeedthebully.com provides a safe place to talk about helping empower the bullied, and find link to other help and information.

Handy is now featured in a new story, GERM WARFARE.  He is teaching students grades 3-7 about H1N1 and how to protect themselves.  Get the story right here! This story was commission by Public Health of Illinois. I am doing engaging fun school programs!

Testimonials, and other kudos for the program and the book. 

Thanks, Brad,
 
The kids haven't stopped talking about you.  You did a great job and gave them a great message---and for a little while, they got to have some fun:)
 
Rebecca Holthaus holthausr@piqua.org Piqua Schools, OH
 
Rebecca is a rare educator.  She chooses to work with kids who are considered by many the hardest to reach.  And she and her staff are reaching them.  I believe I helped them do that.  But they will and do, take my message and book and work daily to make strides to stop the bullying.

Hi Brad,

Thank you for your email and acknowledging the people who buy your book.

I and my son, Eric, am in the process of reading your book.  Although I just started it this morning while waiting to speak with Eric's sixth grade advisor and also vice-principal of his school regarding a physical bullying incident (Eric being the victim), I have found it to be a WONDERFUL and compelling read and one that I truly believe anyone who reads will benefit greatly.

I suggested to the vice-principal that the school add this to the  "Reading Counts" list and hopefully it will become a reality.  Can you send me information regarding the cost of 100 copies? 

Thank you for writing the book.  I hope to spread it around Southwest Middle School and help those who have remained unheard and unhelped.

Pamela Simpson

Pamela is one of the greats, as his her son.  He follows Handy's advice and they are working through a big problem.  Look at her follow up email about her sons brave actions.

Brad,

I wanted to get back briefly to thank you for all the info. I will be exploring tomorrow. 

This response will be speckled because I want to be brief, but here goes:  Eric did not fight back.  He tried to walk away and reason with the 8th graders.

It happened in the gym locker room.  No supervision there.  How nice.

Eric is a good kid.  He took it upon himself to tell the gym teacher, and when nothing happened on that end, he went right to the principal's office and completed a witness/victim statement.  When I picked him up from school, he told me what happened and we went right back into the school and demanded to see the principal and the deputy on duty and succeeded in doing both. This happened on the Friday before the Thanksgiving  break, so this is all new and after this morning's meeting, I await the school's completed investigation and action on the incident.

Oh, I just realized I did not tell you what happened.  In a nutshell, Eric was whipped with a belt, pushed to the ground and slapped on the ears. 

Pamela

These are amazing people, and I know Eric will grow up to be a great leader.

 
Mr. Tassell,
 
Thank you for such great presentations.  Our kids really loved your talks.  I hope we see a change in attitude in some of the kids.
 
We are definitely going to buy some more books.  Many of the kids want one for themselves.  I have called Patty and arranged to get them ordered.  I was wondering if we can somehow get them signed by you.  I know we talked briefly about it.  If you can think of a way to do this, please let me know.  If not, that is ok too. 
 
Thanks again!
 
Julie Dickerson  jdickerson@roe12.net
School Counselor
Jasper County Schools
 
What you all may not know is that I am actually a hypnotist.  I walk in put them all under tell them they had a great time, and then that they will feel like they had a great nights sleep, and I am out of there in under 20 minutes.  Oh and I tell them to order more books.
 
 
Hi Brad,
I wanted to let you know that I really enjoyed your bullying seminar.  I enjoyed it so much that I was wondering if I could have a copy of your PowerPoint?

Thank You, 
Katie McClellan , McClellanKL@studentmail.sf.edu
 
Hi Brad!  

        I hope that you made it home OK, and your daughter is doing much better. I know how hard it was for you to have to come here and leave her while she was sick. I appreciate your sacrifice. I knew that our kids would have a great time with what you present. They had a ball, and will not soon forget you, your comedy, and presentation on bullying. I'll bet most will remember this event as long as they live.   I wanted to know if you minded giving me an address that I could send something to you. E-mail me back when you get a chance, and if you don't mind sharing your address, or at least one that I can mail to. I hope to see you again in concert, and hope that you will consider coming back to our county in the future if opportunity arises.

God Bless!

Andrew Williams
Reading Specialist,
Rugby Middle School
3345 Haywood Rd.
Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828)891-6566
FAX - (828)891-6589
awilliams@rug.henderson.K12.nc.us
 
It was truly a treat, and Darby is fine. Thank you for thinking of her.  Matter of fact, I now tell that story to most groups.
 
I thought that Brad Tassell was quite funny and did a great job of making the students feel relaxed.  I was not sure how seriously the students were taking the subject matter.  However, upon questioning my 7th graders, I learned they were able to recite the 4 things one should do when they feel bullied.  They also remarked on how funny Brad was and that they enjoyed the assembly.
Honor Zalewski 7th grade teacher Language teacher, St. Bridget's School, Richmond, VA
Contact Margret Hilldrup, PTO mhilldrup@verizon.net 
 
Yes, and anyone who would like some great tips for teachers on helping to stop bullying contact me.  We have a lot of fun, and I sometimes will bring a chocolate fountain.
 
I actually read the book last night. Excellent!
 
What attracted me to "Don't Feed the Bully!" was the video clip of the highlights from your anti-bullying presentation.  I thought you were brilliant!  Keep up your work.
 
I am a Special Educator, and a Martial Arts/Safety instructor, and my Martial Arts class is working on putting together and anti-bullying presentation for Bullying Awareness week. Right now we're exploring how best to reach the kids "in the middle" (neither bully nor target), and I think that your book and presentation made one point clear.
 
Humor is an effective mechanism to get past the defensive reaction that most kids have when an adult (or adults) with an agenda try to make them aware of their own role in the bullying dynamic.
 
We probably won't be able to match your flair, but we will definitely try to learn from an approach that seems effective.
 
Thanks again for your valuable work ,and your excellent website and online resources.
 
I'll probably be in touch for more copies!
 
- Chris Baglieri, cbaglieri@optonline.net
  Kidsafe Safety and Self-Defense Instructor 
I also believe that Martial arts training is a great way to help kids defeat bullying, and not just because it teaches you how to defend yourself, but because you learn discipline and the importance of not fighting.
 
Thank you Brad!  You made quite an impact.  The kids really liked you a lot and many have said we should have you back sometime.  You are welcome for the summary.  It was really helpful to our fourth grade.  Thanks for coming and presenting.  Tell your wife hello and that I am glad she remembered me.  That was a really fun vacation we had on the cruise...all six of us loved it.  Thanks again for coming to South. Take care.
 
Hey, I love when I can do three things that people like.  I would like to see all of your on a cruise.  I am a comedian for Carnvial, and people are often surprised when they see me there. 
 

A few days after your visit, the 8th graders used a large box as a visual for a chapel message. After they were finished with it they redecorated it to look like the bully cage on your book. It sat proudly in the hall for a week with a banner that said, “Don’t Feed the Bully”. A few parents asked what it was about and I asked them to ask their child.

Thanks again.

In the service of the Master teacher,

Tony Schull, principal Evansville Lutheran tshull@evansvillelutheranschool.com 

I have to say there are some great principals in the world.  Tony could be their leader.

Dear Brad

I am a fifth grade teacher doing a capstone project for my technology endorsement. I come to fifth grade all the way from kindergarten and the one thing I have dealt with most is bullying. This is the reason I have decided to make this the object of my capstone project. My students are going to read your book, do some research, listen to a presentation given by the counselor and then make a movie to educate parents and other fifth grades on recognizing and dealing with bullies (utilizing many of the resources found on your website).

 

It has taken me all year to find a worthwhile project and I would love to have you speak to my students. I would also like to get your permission to allow some of my students to play act parts from your book for demonstration in our movie. I would certainly give you credit and recommend your book to parents.

In addition, I would love to repeat this project next year and have you make a visit to our school. My principal gave me the go ahead to make an invitation. We are located in Canton, GA about 30-40 miles north of Atlanta. Our school is called Macedonia Elementary. Thanks for your book, any help you may offer, and for the wealth of resources I found at your website.

 

Sincerely,

Joanna Leifeld

 

Okay, this is way too cool....

 

Dear Brad and Pat;

Thank you so much for your reply.  I am really excited about this.  I have to tell you that I love our school.  I think that our principal and staff have all the right stuff to make the school even better. I just know that our principal tends to look at the school more academically and sometimes forgets the social aspect of it.  He is a math man so totally understandable.  Also he is a VERY present principal and I absolutely love that about him.  The kids really like him.  He is always very welcoming of these ideas and programs but just doesn’t come up with them on his own.  Cost is another thing he has to look at.  So I think that when I am finished with all the particulars and present it to him that he will welcome this easily.   I already have the PSA’s support which is where the money will most likely come from and I am going to meet with the president of the school board as well.  She is a wonderful lady. 

As far as the STAY CALM.  That is one that I had to learn early on.  I am 100% Italian with a hot temper.  I had that “you can mess with me but not my kid” thing going for a while in my brain, but thankfully never acted on them without thinking it through.  Thankfully I married a wonderful man that helps me channel that fury into positive change.  I have not lost my cool yet at the school.  That is why when I found your book it just opened my eyes for a fun, new and interesting way to bring a great message to a great school. I love the simplicity of it all, we just have to work on the follow through. I look forward to meeting you and talking to Pat to get this rolling.

Cindy Helms

There is nothing I love more than people who realize thier foibles and work on changing them.  Bravo Cindy, Bravo....  Let's also not she married a man named Helms and he helps steer her the right way...

previous emails of the day....

Brad 
Thanks for responding.  No one has gotten back with me about trainings or conferences or presentations on Don't Feed the Bully  .  I would like information so I can see what the cost would be for you to come to Hillman Michigan and present your works.  I have been doing readings/presentations to the 5 and 6 grades on your book and the dynamics of bullying and how bullies present themselves and how students can avoid confrontation with a bully.  It would be great to have the author of the book and your view on bullying to help these students really grasp the concept. Some bullying has stopped, some continues because the victims just can't or won't change how they react to the bully.  Please have someone get in contact with me with information and costs.  I can be reached at Hillman Elementary 245 3rd Street Hillman Michigan 49746. My email is.  Thank-you and I am looking to hear from you.   Meg
 
Yes, I have let you all know that I am not as quick as I could be getting back with everyone, but I am out of the country a great deal.  But look how wonderful Meg is taking it in stride, and sticking to it.  Can't wait to see you and the school.  Also I am brimming with pride that the book has helped them with their bullying...
 
 
Hi:  I just downloaded the book and read it- couldn't put it down, so to speak.  I'm really wanting to share it with my boy's school- namely principal and SW.  With permission, can I forward my download  for him to read, and if he approves, I would buy a set of books for the school. let me know.  thanks Judi  ..... I want him to see your site, the chapter summary, the study guide and the bully tips.  My boy is in the middle of all this and as it goes - the bully, the bystander, and the victim are all very well addressed in the book.  I feel that kids need to become the problem solvers and critical thinkers and this seems like a way of approaching an informative lesson of awareness.
 
Thank you Judi.  You don't know how much it means to me. (Hint:  A whole bunch)
 
I absolutely loved the books!  I gave the 2nd copy to Cougar Creek Elementary, where my son attends.  They loved it too.  My son did a book report on the book.  Thanks again! 
Dereck
 
I hope the book in that library gets destroyed from excess reading.

 Events:

 email Brad at llessat@aol.com for school visits, to talk to teachers, have a bully forum, host a book signing, come to a library!

2008 International Reading Association regional conference presenter, Nashville, TN Dec. 9-8

Speaker 2006 International Conference on Youth Education Corpus Christi Texas

 Artist in residence IUSE

Chosen to present

5th Annual Hawaii International Conference on Education
Other recent highlights:
 
 American Library Assoc. meeting for Southern Indiana, keynote address
Founder's Day Dinner, Northern Indiana PTA Assoc, keynote address
 
Oak Hill Middle School PTA Book Club
Huge event at Barnes and Noble Mishawaka, every seat full and kids on the floor. March 3.
 
International Reading Association Conference hour long presentation November, 9.  Overland Park Kansas
 

Las Vegas school presentations, Sherkenbach and Thompson

Discover Middle School presentation.

PAE Southern Arts Conference.

May 4-8, 2008 Asked to present at INTERNATIONAL READING ASSOC. National Conference in Atlanta

ANNOUNCING VIDEO CONFERENCING AVAILABLE

"Brad is an engaging speaker and presenter.  The kids really responded to him. His book was the same - giving a serious message but in a fun, and humorous way. He was excellent at getting the students engaged with silly songs, actions, etc. but then, was able to get them back into more serious discussions.  The kids really enjoyed talking in real time with an actual author.  They were quite impressed with the video conference format - to be able to dialog with someone far away with no delays or glitches. And I think hearing speakers is always an enriching experience.  This is such a cool way to do that without having travel expenses!"   Cathy Savery, Gemini Elementary School

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If you have the technology to video conference, then I have the program that can help with your bullying issues and it is only a fraction of the cost of any other program in existence.  For $200.00 dollars you get the hour conference and 30 copies of Don't Feed the Bully.  (Speical author Discussion.)

New! Brad reads the entire book to your class and leads the discussions.  Go to www.cilc.org for info.

Don't Feed the Bully LIVE by video! 

To get all the information about Brad's video conferencing programs go to: www.vcbrad.com Programs, information, Tech specs., Evaluations, you can listen to chapters from the book. Plus, information on Brad's new play for high school students.

 

 

 
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