Overview
Peer buddy schemes are gaining popularity as a means of supporting new pupils. Benefits help not only the new pupils but also the supporters.The existence of a peer support system was perceived as beneficial to the school as a whole. Naylor & Cowie 1999.
Research into peer buddy systems indicates they:
" protect against bullying
" promote a caring school
" enhance befrienders communication skills
" build confidence and trust
" provide positive role models.
A photocopiable resource containing everything needed to implement, support and evaluate a peer support scheme, comprising:
" teacher notes
" six training sessions
" student handbook.
The book, B.E.S.T. Buddies: A Comprehensive Training Programme Introducing a Peer Buddy System to Support Students Starting Secondary School (Lucky Duck Books) [Bulk, Wholesale, Quantity] ISBN#9781873942994 in Paperback by Charlie Smith may be ordered in bulk quantities. Minimum starts at 25 copies. Availability based on publisher status and quantity being ordered.
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