Abstract

Creating an atmosphere where bullying doesn't happen: An evidence-based picture book for bullying prevention education

◆ A picture book that helps children recognize the that lead to bullying
◆ A book to prevent the creation of
◆ Also useful for bullying prevention education in elementary schools, junior high schools, and after-school programs.

Many bullies are unaware that they are "bullying"--a fact revealed by bullying research both domestically and internationally. Behind this is the that justifies their actions, such as "It was just a joke" or "That child made a mistake." In this book, these wrong ways of thinking are represented by a character called Classpi (the spirit of the class). By pausing and thinking, "I might have these kinds of thoughts too," through this character, children can become aware of their own assumptions and refrain from unconsciously causing harm. This book aims to reduce wrong ways of thinking and increase positive actions, thereby contributing to bullying prevention.

Author’s Information

Ryohei Kadokawa: Game & Workshop Developer. After working in educational planning and development at an educational company, and then as an elementary school teacher, he founded Sunaba Corporation. Currently, he works in collaboration with schools, local governments, companies, and universities to plan, develop, and disseminate experiential learning programs utilizing gamification. In collaboration with the Child Developmental Science Research Institute, he developed the anti-bullying gamification game "Classpi." This book was planned and written to reach a wider audience in the form of a picture book.

Kimino Tsuda: Illustrator. She is in charge of various works for the gamification-type educational materials and learning manga developed by Sunaba Corporation. For "Classpi," she is in charge of everything from character design to visual expression. She also engages in creative activities centered on painting under a different name.

Child Developmental Science Research Institute: A public interest incorporated association that promotes research and social implementation to support the healthy development (growth) of children. In collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology and the Agency for Children and Families, it conducts surveys and analyses on bullying and school absenteeism. We also provide support to local governments and schools for bullying prevention and school absenteeism improvement, including offering survey tools, training programs, and awareness-raising lectures. In this book, I served as supervisor for the section on scientific approaches to bullying prevention.