My child is overweight and gets bullied during gym class. What can I do to encourage him to still participate in PE activities?
Most schools in the country recognize bullying as a serious problem and many have taken an active approach to eliminating it. However, weight-related “teasing” or taunting is often not recognized as bullying. If this is happening to your child, bring the problem to the attention of the school. One book that we recommend for parents who are supporting an overweight child is All Shapes and Sizes: Promoting Fitness and Self-Esteem in your Overweight Child by Teresa Pitman and Miriam Kaufman. This book provides helpful tips for parents in these kinds of situations.
