Save Sylvester
Respect · Tolerance · Education
An illustrated anti-bullying book that uses true-to-life Nigerian school stories to teach peer respect, tolerance, and the everyday courage that makes schools safer for everyone.
About the book
Save Sylvester is a story-led guide to peer respect and tolerance. Across seven short chapters, relatable characters face real situations — exclusion, bullying, body-shaming and online harassment — and discover how respect, empathy and courage change what happens next.
It was created under The Bright Side of School in memory of Sylvester Oromoni, so that no student faces bullying alone and every school can become a place of safety.
Written for secondary-school students, and just as valuable for teachers, parents and school leaders who want practical, age-appropriate ways to talk about respect and safety.
Table of Contents
Front matter
- Editor's Notei
- Forewordii
- Dedicationiii
Chapters
- 1Introduction to Peer Respect and ToleranceTobi and Musa's Story · What is peer respect? Why it matters. Benefits.1
- 2Understanding DiversityChinedu and Amina's Story · Benefits of diversity. Overcoming stereotypes and bias.4
- 3Cycle of BullyingTunde, Tari and the Silent Classroom · Types, impacts, signs, and how to respond.7
- 4Social Skills and FriendshipSeyi's Circle · Tips for building positive relationships.16
- 5Self-Care & ResilienceNgozi's Shield · Building inner strength and self-esteem.19
- 6Building a Positive CommunityThe Assembly Revolution · Education is key: why anti-bullying education matters.21
- 7Leadership and AdvocacyThe Voice of Awka: Funsho's Advocacy · Six steps to lead change. Closing quote.25
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