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Schoolyard Star Wars: nerds versus bullies

by Tracey Spicer

23 Nov 05:45am

Filed under: Bullies, Children, School, Star Wars

50 comments

In the battle between the nerds and the bullies, a seven-year-old girl is striking back.

Life in the playground can be tough.

Katie wears glasses and likes Star Wars.

At the start of the school term, she was excited about bringing her new Star Wars backpack and matching drink bottle to show her friends.

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Mum says:

07:54am | 24/11/10

I have an interesting dilemma and wouldn’t mind some advice. Is a Year 7 High School child ‘obligated’ to have a year peer as a close friend. What right does a child have to say no to another kid who wants to be part of a group and who regularly… Read more »
acotrel says:

07:44am | 24/11/10

The trouble is that employers often promote sociopaths, whom they believe will exercise control. The bullies find their place in middle management! - A good kick in the nuts works wonders! Read more »

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