Sometimes We Have to Fight
by Warren Jones
Bullying is a national problem. Middle school kids are especially vulnerable. In this story, Wayne "June Bug" Johnson is confronted with a local street tough who hijacks him daily on his way to school. June Bug is clearly frightened by the altercations that take place. He not only loses his lunch and lunch money but also his dignity, self-worth, and pride. He also has to deal with situations at school and at home that challenges his integrity. Finally, out of frustration he comes up with a plan of action to solve each of his problems. Find out what he does in "Sometimes You Have to Fight."
About the Author
Sometimes We Have To Fight is the second book written by Warren Jones. As a school guidance counselor at a middle school, Mr. Jones had first hand experience in dealing with the problems of middle school youth. The goal here is to teach children to be able to stand up against what appears to be insurmountable odds. In this case, June Bug is dealing with a bully or street thug. He is clearly frightened and unsure how to handle this very real dilemma. Rather than tell others, he chooses to say nothing. This proves to be a critical mistake. June Bug soon realizes that he must tell someone. Bullies usually use fear and intimidation as their weapons. Too often the abused child is afraid to tell authorities or even his peers due to fears of revenge, embarrassment, or bodily harm. Somehow, June Bug comes up with a solution that ends up as a learning experience for all of us. Follow his story in Sometimes We Have to Fight!
(2008, paperback, 33 pages)
Bullying is a national problem. Middle school kids are especially vulnerable. In this story, Wayne "June Bug" Johnson is confronted with a local street tough who hijacks him daily on his way to school. June Bug is clearly frightened by the altercations that take place. He not only loses his lunch and lunch money but also his dignity, self-worth, and pride. He also has to deal with situations at school and at home that challenges his integrity. Finally, out of frustration he comes up with a plan of action to solve each of his problems. Find out what he does in "Sometimes You Have to Fight."
About the Author
Sometimes We Have To Fight is the second book written by Warren Jones. As a school guidance counselor at a middle school, Mr. Jones had first hand experience in dealing with the problems of middle school youth. The goal here is to teach children to be able to stand up against what appears to be insurmountable odds. In this case, June Bug is dealing with a bully or street thug. He is clearly frightened and unsure how to handle this very real dilemma. Rather than tell others, he chooses to say nothing. This proves to be a critical mistake. June Bug soon realizes that he must tell someone. Bullies usually use fear and intimidation as their weapons. Too often the abused child is afraid to tell authorities or even his peers due to fears of revenge, embarrassment, or bodily harm. Somehow, June Bug comes up with a solution that ends up as a learning experience for all of us. Follow his story in Sometimes We Have to Fight!
(2008, paperback, 33 pages)
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