Despite the best intentions of school administrators, educators, and parents, many high schools -- even those that have addressed bullying and are considered safe -- unwittingly support and enable hostile and threatening environments. As a society, we are only just beginning to understand the degree of damage that bullying inflicts on individual teenagers and on their relationships later in life. In this groundbreaking work, James Garbarino, the bestselling author of "Lost Boys," and Ellen deLara uncover the staggering extent of emotional cruelty and its ramifications and counter the nursery rhyme that words don't hurt. Through hundreds of interviews, the authors provide a direct word-for-word view into the thinking of adolescents and the strategies they use to keep themselves safe during the school day.
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9780743228985
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Hardcover
The Bullying Breakthrough
By Mckee, Jonathan
In a world full of caring adults, how is it that we keep missing the cries of hurting kids?"Today, when the bell rings, kids might leave their school campus, but they can never escape the other world, a world where mockers and intimidators thrive. Ironically, they carry a gateway to that world right in their pockets with them, because they see that world as an avenue of escape. . .but in reality, it's putting them in bondage," says author and youth expert Jonathan McKee in The Bullying Breakthrough. With chapters including, Digital Hurt, The Escape Key, Why Didn't You Say Anything?, Meet the Principal, Real-World Solutions, and more, McKee shares his own heart-rending story and offers a sobering glimpse into the rapidly changing world of bullies, bystanders, and the bullied while providing helpful ways to connect with these kids, open doors of dialogue, and give them the encouragement they need and the validation they're searching for. . .too often in all the wrong places. If you interact with kids, you need this book!
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9781683226888
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Paperback
Girl Wars
By Cheryl, Dellasega,
The only book with a program that is proven to solve the problem of female bullying, a controversial issue first exposed in the bestselling Reviving Ophelia.Stop the Hurting Mary Pipher's bestselling Reviving Ophelia triggered widespread interest in the culture of preteen and teenage girls and the seeming epidemic of relational aggression (bullying) among them. Gossip, teasing, forming cliques, and other cruel behaviors are the basis of this bullying, which harms both victim and aggressor. Until now, no one has been able to offer practical and effective solutions that stop girls from hurting each other with words and actions. But in Girl Wars, two experts explain not only how to prevent such behavior but also how to intervene should it happen, as well as overcome the culture that breeds it.
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9780743249874
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Print book
Girls Against Girls
By Burton, Bonnie
Girls Against Girls is a must-read for today’s strong, smart, and capable generation of young women. Complete with: Guidance on how females can band together and quit breaking each other down Popular movie quotes Advice from female artists and athletes A resource section of girl-power organizations
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9780979017360
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Paperback
BOOKS FOR KIDS
(CHAPTER BOOKS & NON-FICTION)
Avoiding Bullies?
By Spilsbury, Louise
Bullying can take many forms, from verbal threats and physical confrontation to social ostracism and cyberbullying. It can happen to anyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, or disability; it can happen at school or at home. Readers will learn how to cope with bullying, how to boost their self-esteem, how to help a friend, and even how to know whether their own behavior constitutes bullying. Sidebars provide practical advice on every aspect of bullying, including what to do if the bully is a teacher or parent.
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9780766099692
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Paperback
Stand Up for Yourself and Your Friends
By Criswell, Patti Kelley
This book teaches girls how to spot bullying and how to stand up and speak out against it. Quizzes, quotes from other girls, and "what do you do?" scenarios present advice in an age-appropriate, digestible way. The message in this book is that there is no one right way to deal with bullying. Instead, there are lots of options for girls to try, from ignoring a bully and trying a few clever comebacks to reporting bullying to a trusted adult. Readers learn how to stand up for others and be a good friend, too. The book ends with a pledge girls can sign, plus tear-out tips for girls to share with their parents.
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9781593694821
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Book
Take a Stand!
By Golus, Carrie
Book by Golus, Carrie
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9780822575542
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Print book
What's Cyberbullying?
By Jones, Emma
Cyberbullying is a new issue that adults might be unfamiliar with, so young readers need a helpful, fact-filled resource to guide them through this challenging aspect of growing up in the digital age. As young readers explore this informative book on a sensitive issue, they're provided with facts about this problem and advice for what to do if they or someone they know is being cyberbullied. Fact boxes provide relevant, up-to-date statistics on this issue, graphic organizers engage critical-thinking skills in a creative way, and relatable photographs help readers feel less alone.
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9781534525917
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Library Binding
American as Paneer Pie
By Kelkar, Supriya
An Indian American girl navigates prejudice in her small town and learns the power of her own voice in this brilliant gem of a middle grade novel full of humor and heart, perfect for fans of Front Desk and Amina's Voice.As the only Indian American kid in her small town, Lekha Divekar feels like she has two versions of herself: Home Lekha, who loves watching Bollywood movies and eating Indian food, and School Lekha, who pins her hair over her bindi birthmark and avoids confrontation at all costs, especially when someone teases her for being Indian. When a girl Lekha's age moves in across the street, Lekha is excited to hear that her name is Avantika and she's Desi, too! Finally, there will be someone else around who gets it. But as soon as Avantika speaks, Lekha realizes she has an accent.
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9781534439382
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Hardcover
Bella's Backyard Bullies
By Turnbull, Samantha
Talented 10-year-olds Emily, Bella, Chloe and Grace are sick of boys who want them to be helpless princesses. Design genius Bella Singh has built a clubhouse in her backyard, where the anti-princesses meet to thumb their noses at the notion that boys are best. But when they receive angry anonymous emails telling them to act like girls or else, followed by sabotage of their beloved clubhouse, it's clear they have a new mission. Can they unite their awesome talents to beat the bullies?
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9781743319857
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Print book
Blackbird Fly
By Kelly, Erin Entrada
Future rock star or friendless misfit? That's no choice at all. In this acclaimed novel, twelve-year-old Apple grapples with being different; with friends and backstabbers; and with following her dreams. Publishers Weekly called Blackbird Fly "a true triumph," and the Los Angeles Times Book Review said, "Apple soars like the eponymous blackbird of her favorite Beatles song."Apple has always felt a little different from her classmates. She and her mother moved to Louisiana from the Philippines when she was little, and her mother still cooks Filipino foods and chastises Apple for becoming "too American." When Apple's friends turn on her and everything about her life starts to seem weird and embarrassing, Apple turns to music. If she can just save enough to buy a guitar and learn to play, maybe she can change herself. It might be the music that saves her . . . or it might be her two new friends, who show her how special she really is. Erin Entrada Kelly deftly brings Apple's conflicted emotions to the page in her debut novel about family, friendship, popularity, and going your own way. "A must-read for those kids cringing at their own identities." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books.
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9780062238610
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Print book
Blubber
By Blume, Judy
Jill goes along with the rest of the fifth-grade class in tormenting a classmate and then finds out what it's like when she, too, becomes a target.
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9780878880720
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Hardcover
Brave
By Chmakova, Svetlana
In his daydreams, Jensen is the biggest hero that ever was, saving the world and his friends on a daily basis. But his middle school reality is VERY different--math is hard, getting along with friends is hard...Even finding a partner for the class project is a huge problem when you always get picked last. And the pressure's on even more once the school newspaper's dynamic duo, Jenny and Akilah, draw Jensen into the whirlwind of school news, social-experiment projects, and behind-the-scenes club drama. Jensen has always played the middle school game one level at a time, but suddenly, someone's cranked up the difficulty setting. Will those daring daydreams of his finally work in his favor, or will he have to find real solutions to his real-life problems? The charming world of Berrybrook Middle School gets a little bigger in this highly anticipated follow-up to Svetlana Chmakova's award-winning Awkward with a story about a boy who learns his own way of being brave!
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9780316363174
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Hardcover
Garvey's Choice
By Grimes, Nikki
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year Garvey's father has always wanted Garvey to be athletic, but Garvey is interested in astronomy, science fiction, reading - anything but sports. Feeling like a failure, he comforts himself with food. Garvey is kind, funny, smart, a loyal friend, and he is also overweight, teased by bullies, and lonely. When his only friend encourages him to join the school chorus, Garvey's life changes. The chorus finds a new soloist in Garvey, and through chorus, Garvey finds a way to accept himself, and a way to finally reach his distant father - by speaking the language of music instead of the language of sports. This emotionally resonant novel in verse by award-winning author Nikki Grimes celebrates choosing to be true to yourself.
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9781629797403
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Print book
Horrible Harry and the Battle of the Bugs
By Kline, Suzy
Harry loves creepy-crawly things. But there's one creepy-crawly thing that even he can't stand: head lice! So it's a terrible day when Harry's friend Doug discovers lice in his hair. To make matters worse, Mary makes fun of Doug for being dirty and convinces the rest of the kids in Room 3B that they can't go near him. She claims that everything he touches is infested with lice - even the mac and cheese at lunchtime! Doug wants to run away to Siberia instead of facing his classmates South School. But Harry and Song Lee stand by him and declare battle on the bugs. Will Harry defeat the hated lice, or will Doug have to live with these horrible bugs forever?
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9780425288207
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Print book
Medusa Jones
By Collins, Ross
Its off to ancient Greece for a split-your-side funny take on the politics of junior-high popularity.In ancient Greece lived a little girl called Medusa Jones. Medusa was a Gorgon, but apart from that, pretty normal. So she has snakes for hair instead of gorgeous blond ringlets like Cassandra. So her best friend is half horse. Is that any reason for the popular kids to be SO mean?Medusas sure the school camping trip is going to be a nightmare. But a rock fall puts the popular kids in peril, and Medusas the only one who can help. Will she be a hero -- or is her monster side finally going to come out? Its Freaks versus Heroes, brought to life by Ross Collinss hilarious illustrations!
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9780439901000
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Hardcover
Mia Mayhem vs. the Super Bully
By West, Kara
Mia and her best friends are up against a major super bully in this third adventure of the Mia Mayhem chapter book series!When a super annoying villain (who's actually another superhero) arrives at THE PITS and accuses Mia of not belonging, Mia doesn't know what to do. Will she be able to hold her ground when she goes up against the Super Bully? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Mia Mayhem chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
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9781534444744
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Hardcover
STAT
By Stoudemire, Amar'e
STAT: Standing Tall And Talented - A slam-dunk new fiction series from NBA superstar Amar'e Stoudemire! Eleven-year-old Amar'e Stoudemire has a lot going on. He plays sports with his friends. He takes his schoolwork seriously. He helps out with his dad's landscaping company. And he loves to go skateboarding in the park.But when an older group of boys start bullying his friends on the basketball court, Amar'e is forced to step in and use his athletic ability and intelligence to save the day. He realizes basketball is his true passion. Based on the life of All-Star NBA sensation Amar'e Stoudemire, who overcame many obstacles to become one of the most popular figures in sports today. Amar'e is just as versatile in his life off the court as he is on. He is devoted to several charities. He promotes literacy and education. He is a media darling. And he has an amazing story to tell in this heartfelt, accessible middle-grade series.
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9780545431699
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Hardcover
BOOKS FOR YOUNGER READERS
(PICTURE BOOKS)
Baxter and Danny Stand Up to Bullying
By Foley, James M.
This delightful book helps children recognize and respond to bullying with positivity by following Baxter the Bunny and Danny the Bear as they stand up to the bully Buford Blue Jay. I am great and so are you!Together we can make it through.Working hard, helping out:Thats what we are all about!Baxter the Bunny is the fastest animal in the forest. Danny the Bear is the best dancer. Baxter and Danny like to run and dance together in the forest...until Buford Blue Jay comes along. Buford makes up mean names for all the animals in the forest.With the help of Queen Beth of the Bees, Baxter and Danny learn how to start feeling better, and help the other animals in the forest feel better too. Together, they are able to stand up to Bufords bullying.Includes a Note to Parents and Other Caregivers with more information about bullying and strategies for building self-esteem and resilience in children.Excerpt:The key to coping with bullying behavior is to help your child build self-esteem and resilience. Baxter and Danny Stand Up to Bullying is intended as a primer in coping with bullying presented in story form. In the story, Baxter and Danny demonstrate strategies such as reinforcing the forest animals self-esteem, sticking together, and assertively taking action against Buford Blue Jays bullying behavior.
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9781433828188
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Hardcover
Bokuden and the bully
By Krensky, Stephen
Relates how Bokuden Tsukahara, the greatest swordsman of sixteenth-century Japan, deals with a boastful, bullying warrior during a ferry ride across a great river.
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9780822575474
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Print book
Bullies Never Win
By Cuyler, Margery
When the class bully, Brenda Bailey, makes fun of Jessicas skinny legs and her boyish lunch box, Jessica doesnt know what to do. She doesnt want to be a tattletale, but she also wants the bullying to stop. Can Jessica find the courage to stand up for herself? From the team behind the first three books about Jessica and her worries, Bullies Never Win is immediately relatable, relevant, and a must-have for every school and library.
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9780689861871
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Hardcover
The Bully from the Black Lagoon
By Thaler, Mike
A new title in the bestselling Black Lagoon series!Hubie has heard there's a new kid in school. His name is Butch Pounder, and he is rumored to be a mean bully! Did Butch really beat up the football team and eat the teacher's pet at his last school?Hubie thinks he'll end up in the nurse's office, when he finally runs into Butch. But, of course, Hubie's imagination has run away from him again! All Butch wants is a new friend to show him around school, and Hubie is just who he needed!
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9780545065214
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Paperback
Bye-Bye, Big Bad Bullybug!
By Emberley, Ed
Here comes Big Bad Bullybug! Hes big, mean, and scary--and loves to pick on little itty bitty bugs! With the turn of each die-cut page, Bullybug grows bigger, meaner, and scarier. But its the itty bitty bugs who get the last laugh in this exciting, new, frighteningly-fun adventure. Caldecott award-winning author-artist Ed Emberley, author of the enormously popular Go Away, Big Green Monster!, offers readers another ingeniously crafted novelty storybook that helps children face, and then chase away, their fears.
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9780316017626
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Hardcover
Get Up, Stand Up
By Marley, Bob
Bob Marley's music has inspired millions of listeners around the world with messages of peace, love, and truth. This third picture book adaptation of one of his beloved songs has a timely message for children: To counter injustice, lift others up with kindness and courage. As a young girl goes on with her day in school, she comes across several instances of teasing and intimidation. But with loving action and some help from her friends, she's able to make things right for herself and others. With exuberant pictures by John Jay Cabuay accompanying Marley's iconic lyrics, Get Up, Stand Up is a vibrant testament to the power we all have to make a difference.
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9781452171722
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Hardcover
Ginny Louise and the School Showdown
By Sauer, Tammi
The Truman Elementary Troublemakers are a bad bunch. Especially these three: Cap'n Catastrophe, Destructo Dude, and Make-My-Day May. But they are no match for Ginny Louise, the new hedgehog in school. Her unwavering cheerfulness in the face of their bullying will make young readers holler with glee. Full of rhymes, wordplay, and comic misunderstanding, this book will lend itself well to reading aloud as well as discussions about peer dynamics.
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9781423168539
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Hardcover
I Walk with Vanessa
By Kerascoët,
"This beautifully illustrated story shows young readers how to become caring and supportive upstanders. Love it!" --Trudy Ludwig, bestselling author of The Invisible BoyThis simple yet powerful picture book--from a New York Times bestselling husband-and-wife team--tells the story of one girl who inspires a community to stand up to bullying. Inspired by real events, I Walk with Vanessa explores the feelings of helplessness and anger that arise in the wake of seeing a classmate treated badly, and shows how a single act of kindness can lead to an entire community joining in to help. With themes of acceptance, kindness, and strength in numbers, this timeless and profound feel-good story will resonate with readers young and old.
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9781524769550
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Hardcover
Kids Talk About Bullying
By Finn, Carrie
People make fun of me for wearing glasses What should I do Super Sam the problem solver will give you some strong advice on bullies
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9781404823150
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Library Binding
Lila and the Crow
By Grimard, Gabrielle
Lila has just moved to a new town and can't wait to make friends at school. But on the first day, a boy points at her and shouts: "A crow! A crow! The new girl's hair is black like a crow!" The others whisper and laugh, and Lila's heart grows as heavy as a stone.The next day, Lila covers her hair. But this time, the boy points at her dark skin. When she covers her face, he mocks her dark eyes. Now every day at school, Lila hides under her turtleneck, dark glasses, and hat. And every day when she goes home, she sees a crow who seems to want to tell her something. Lila ignores the bird and even throws rocks at it, but it won't go away.Meanwhile, the great autumn festival is approaching. While the other kids prepare their costumes, Lila is sadder and lonelier than ever.
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9781554518586
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The Little Bully
By Bracken, Beth
Billy is a nice boy who likes school until he encounters a bully named Fred. Billy must learn how to deal with a bully.,
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9781404867956
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Marlene, Marlene, Queen of Mean
By Lynch, Jane
Glee actress Jane Lynch takes a look at bullying head-on in her first picture book. Marlene is the self-appointed queen of the playground, the sidewalk, and the school. She is small but mighty . . . intimidating! Known for her cruel ways, the little Queen of Mean has kids cowering in fear—until big Freddy stands up to her and says what everyone has been too fearful to say. In Seussian rhyme, actress Jane Lynch, clinical psychologist Lara Embry, and former children’s book editor A. E. Mikesell gently and comically depict the undoing of a bully and her efforts to reform. Tricia Tusa’s charming illustrations make the story an even more accessible conversation starter for all ages.
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9780385379083
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Hardcover
Nobody Knew What to Do
By Leonardo, Todd
This story tells how one child found the courage to tell a teacher about Ray, who was being picked on and bullied by other kids in school.
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9780807557112
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Hardcover
The Pout-Pout Fish and the Bully-Bully Shark
By Diesen, Deborah
Mr. Fish and all his friendsLove to play down at the park.But that ends when they're bulliedBy a misbehaving shark!Mr. Fish wants to help.He knows bullying is wrong!But he's just one fish -- Is he really that strong?In The Pout-Pout Fish and the Bully-Bully Shark, the New York Times-bestselling Pout-Pout Fish teaches a bully shark about kindness and being a friend in this original picture book. Swim along as he discovers the strength of his community, and the power of his own voice.
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9780374304027
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Hardcover
Scary Mary
By Bowles, Paula
Meet Scary Mary. In the barnyard, she rules the roost. If the other animals come near, she chases them away! She keeps all the sunflower seeds to herself and builds a fort to keep the others out. Mary even practices making scary faces! Until one day she is alone. She clucks by herself, plays games by herself, and eats dinner by herself. Soon, Mary realizes that being scary can be lonely!
BOOKS FOR PARENTS
And Words Can Hurt Forever
By Garbarino, James
Despite the best intentions of school administrators, educators, and parents, many high schools -- even those that have addressed bullying and are considered safe -- unwittingly support and enable hostile and threatening environments. As a society, we are only just beginning to understand the degree of damage that bullying inflicts on individual teenagers and on their relationships later in life. In this groundbreaking work, James Garbarino, the bestselling author of "Lost Boys," and Ellen deLara uncover the staggering extent of emotional cruelty and its ramifications and counter the nursery rhyme that words don't hurt. Through hundreds of interviews, the authors provide a direct word-for-word view into the thinking of adolescents and the strategies they use to keep themselves safe during the school day.
The Bullying Breakthrough
By Mckee, Jonathan
In a world full of caring adults, how is it that we keep missing the cries of hurting kids?"Today, when the bell rings, kids might leave their school campus, but they can never escape the other world, a world where mockers and intimidators thrive. Ironically, they carry a gateway to that world right in their pockets with them, because they see that world as an avenue of escape. . .but in reality, it's putting them in bondage," says author and youth expert Jonathan McKee in The Bullying Breakthrough. With chapters including, Digital Hurt, The Escape Key, Why Didn't You Say Anything?, Meet the Principal, Real-World Solutions, and more, McKee shares his own heart-rending story and offers a sobering glimpse into the rapidly changing world of bullies, bystanders, and the bullied while providing helpful ways to connect with these kids, open doors of dialogue, and give them the encouragement they need and the validation they're searching for. . .too often in all the wrong places. If you interact with kids, you need this book!
Girl Wars
By Cheryl, Dellasega,
The only book with a program that is proven to solve the problem of female bullying, a controversial issue first exposed in the bestselling Reviving Ophelia.Stop the Hurting Mary Pipher's bestselling Reviving Ophelia triggered widespread interest in the culture of preteen and teenage girls and the seeming epidemic of relational aggression (bullying) among them. Gossip, teasing, forming cliques, and other cruel behaviors are the basis of this bullying, which harms both victim and aggressor. Until now, no one has been able to offer practical and effective solutions that stop girls from hurting each other with words and actions. But in Girl Wars, two experts explain not only how to prevent such behavior but also how to intervene should it happen, as well as overcome the culture that breeds it.
Girls Against Girls
By Burton, Bonnie
Girls Against Girls is a must-read for today’s strong, smart, and capable generation of young women. Complete with: Guidance on how females can band together and quit breaking each other down Popular movie quotes Advice from female artists and athletes A resource section of girl-power organizations
BOOKS FOR KIDS
(CHAPTER BOOKS & NON-FICTION)
Avoiding Bullies?
By Spilsbury, Louise
Bullying can take many forms, from verbal threats and physical confrontation to social ostracism and cyberbullying. It can happen to anyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, or disability; it can happen at school or at home. Readers will learn how to cope with bullying, how to boost their self-esteem, how to help a friend, and even how to know whether their own behavior constitutes bullying. Sidebars provide practical advice on every aspect of bullying, including what to do if the bully is a teacher or parent.
Stand Up for Yourself and Your Friends
By Criswell, Patti Kelley
This book teaches girls how to spot bullying and how to stand up and speak out against it. Quizzes, quotes from other girls, and "what do you do?" scenarios present advice in an age-appropriate, digestible way. The message in this book is that there is no one right way to deal with bullying. Instead, there are lots of options for girls to try, from ignoring a bully and trying a few clever comebacks to reporting bullying to a trusted adult. Readers learn how to stand up for others and be a good friend, too. The book ends with a pledge girls can sign, plus tear-out tips for girls to share with their parents.
Take a Stand!
By Golus, Carrie
Book by Golus, Carrie
What's Cyberbullying?
By Jones, Emma
Cyberbullying is a new issue that adults might be unfamiliar with, so young readers need a helpful, fact-filled resource to guide them through this challenging aspect of growing up in the digital age. As young readers explore this informative book on a sensitive issue, they're provided with facts about this problem and advice for what to do if they or someone they know is being cyberbullied. Fact boxes provide relevant, up-to-date statistics on this issue, graphic organizers engage critical-thinking skills in a creative way, and relatable photographs help readers feel less alone.
American as Paneer Pie
By Kelkar, Supriya
An Indian American girl navigates prejudice in her small town and learns the power of her own voice in this brilliant gem of a middle grade novel full of humor and heart, perfect for fans of Front Desk and Amina's Voice.As the only Indian American kid in her small town, Lekha Divekar feels like she has two versions of herself: Home Lekha, who loves watching Bollywood movies and eating Indian food, and School Lekha, who pins her hair over her bindi birthmark and avoids confrontation at all costs, especially when someone teases her for being Indian. When a girl Lekha's age moves in across the street, Lekha is excited to hear that her name is Avantika and she's Desi, too! Finally, there will be someone else around who gets it. But as soon as Avantika speaks, Lekha realizes she has an accent.
Bella's Backyard Bullies
By Turnbull, Samantha
Talented 10-year-olds Emily, Bella, Chloe and Grace are sick of boys who want them to be helpless princesses. Design genius Bella Singh has built a clubhouse in her backyard, where the anti-princesses meet to thumb their noses at the notion that boys are best. But when they receive angry anonymous emails telling them to act like girls or else, followed by sabotage of their beloved clubhouse, it's clear they have a new mission. Can they unite their awesome talents to beat the bullies?
Blackbird Fly
By Kelly, Erin Entrada
Future rock star or friendless misfit? That's no choice at all. In this acclaimed novel, twelve-year-old Apple grapples with being different; with friends and backstabbers; and with following her dreams. Publishers Weekly called Blackbird Fly "a true triumph," and the Los Angeles Times Book Review said, "Apple soars like the eponymous blackbird of her favorite Beatles song."Apple has always felt a little different from her classmates. She and her mother moved to Louisiana from the Philippines when she was little, and her mother still cooks Filipino foods and chastises Apple for becoming "too American." When Apple's friends turn on her and everything about her life starts to seem weird and embarrassing, Apple turns to music. If she can just save enough to buy a guitar and learn to play, maybe she can change herself. It might be the music that saves her . . . or it might be her two new friends, who show her how special she really is. Erin Entrada Kelly deftly brings Apple's conflicted emotions to the page in her debut novel about family, friendship, popularity, and going your own way. "A must-read for those kids cringing at their own identities." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books.
Blubber
By Blume, Judy
Jill goes along with the rest of the fifth-grade class in tormenting a classmate and then finds out what it's like when she, too, becomes a target.
Brave
By Chmakova, Svetlana
In his daydreams, Jensen is the biggest hero that ever was, saving the world and his friends on a daily basis. But his middle school reality is VERY different--math is hard, getting along with friends is hard...Even finding a partner for the class project is a huge problem when you always get picked last. And the pressure's on even more once the school newspaper's dynamic duo, Jenny and Akilah, draw Jensen into the whirlwind of school news, social-experiment projects, and behind-the-scenes club drama. Jensen has always played the middle school game one level at a time, but suddenly, someone's cranked up the difficulty setting. Will those daring daydreams of his finally work in his favor, or will he have to find real solutions to his real-life problems? The charming world of Berrybrook Middle School gets a little bigger in this highly anticipated follow-up to Svetlana Chmakova's award-winning Awkward with a story about a boy who learns his own way of being brave!
Garvey's Choice
By Grimes, Nikki
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year Garvey's father has always wanted Garvey to be athletic, but Garvey is interested in astronomy, science fiction, reading - anything but sports. Feeling like a failure, he comforts himself with food. Garvey is kind, funny, smart, a loyal friend, and he is also overweight, teased by bullies, and lonely. When his only friend encourages him to join the school chorus, Garvey's life changes. The chorus finds a new soloist in Garvey, and through chorus, Garvey finds a way to accept himself, and a way to finally reach his distant father - by speaking the language of music instead of the language of sports. This emotionally resonant novel in verse by award-winning author Nikki Grimes celebrates choosing to be true to yourself.
Horrible Harry and the Battle of the Bugs
By Kline, Suzy
Harry loves creepy-crawly things. But there's one creepy-crawly thing that even he can't stand: head lice! So it's a terrible day when Harry's friend Doug discovers lice in his hair. To make matters worse, Mary makes fun of Doug for being dirty and convinces the rest of the kids in Room 3B that they can't go near him. She claims that everything he touches is infested with lice - even the mac and cheese at lunchtime! Doug wants to run away to Siberia instead of facing his classmates South School. But Harry and Song Lee stand by him and declare battle on the bugs. Will Harry defeat the hated lice, or will Doug have to live with these horrible bugs forever?
Medusa Jones
By Collins, Ross
Its off to ancient Greece for a split-your-side funny take on the politics of junior-high popularity.In ancient Greece lived a little girl called Medusa Jones. Medusa was a Gorgon, but apart from that, pretty normal. So she has snakes for hair instead of gorgeous blond ringlets like Cassandra. So her best friend is half horse. Is that any reason for the popular kids to be SO mean?Medusas sure the school camping trip is going to be a nightmare. But a rock fall puts the popular kids in peril, and Medusas the only one who can help. Will she be a hero -- or is her monster side finally going to come out? Its Freaks versus Heroes, brought to life by Ross Collinss hilarious illustrations!
Mia Mayhem vs. the Super Bully
By West, Kara
Mia and her best friends are up against a major super bully in this third adventure of the Mia Mayhem chapter book series!When a super annoying villain (who's actually another superhero) arrives at THE PITS and accuses Mia of not belonging, Mia doesn't know what to do. Will she be able to hold her ground when she goes up against the Super Bully? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Mia Mayhem chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.
STAT
By Stoudemire, Amar'e
STAT: Standing Tall And Talented - A slam-dunk new fiction series from NBA superstar Amar'e Stoudemire! Eleven-year-old Amar'e Stoudemire has a lot going on. He plays sports with his friends. He takes his schoolwork seriously. He helps out with his dad's landscaping company. And he loves to go skateboarding in the park.But when an older group of boys start bullying his friends on the basketball court, Amar'e is forced to step in and use his athletic ability and intelligence to save the day. He realizes basketball is his true passion. Based on the life of All-Star NBA sensation Amar'e Stoudemire, who overcame many obstacles to become one of the most popular figures in sports today. Amar'e is just as versatile in his life off the court as he is on. He is devoted to several charities. He promotes literacy and education. He is a media darling. And he has an amazing story to tell in this heartfelt, accessible middle-grade series.
BOOKS FOR YOUNGER READERS
(PICTURE BOOKS)
Baxter and Danny Stand Up to Bullying
By Foley, James M.
This delightful book helps children recognize and respond to bullying with positivity by following Baxter the Bunny and Danny the Bear as they stand up to the bully Buford Blue Jay. I am great and so are you!Together we can make it through.Working hard, helping out:Thats what we are all about!Baxter the Bunny is the fastest animal in the forest. Danny the Bear is the best dancer. Baxter and Danny like to run and dance together in the forest...until Buford Blue Jay comes along. Buford makes up mean names for all the animals in the forest.With the help of Queen Beth of the Bees, Baxter and Danny learn how to start feeling better, and help the other animals in the forest feel better too. Together, they are able to stand up to Bufords bullying.Includes a Note to Parents and Other Caregivers with more information about bullying and strategies for building self-esteem and resilience in children.Excerpt:The key to coping with bullying behavior is to help your child build self-esteem and resilience. Baxter and Danny Stand Up to Bullying is intended as a primer in coping with bullying presented in story form. In the story, Baxter and Danny demonstrate strategies such as reinforcing the forest animals self-esteem, sticking together, and assertively taking action against Buford Blue Jays bullying behavior.
Bokuden and the bully
By Krensky, Stephen
Relates how Bokuden Tsukahara, the greatest swordsman of sixteenth-century Japan, deals with a boastful, bullying warrior during a ferry ride across a great river.
Bullies Never Win
By Cuyler, Margery
When the class bully, Brenda Bailey, makes fun of Jessicas skinny legs and her boyish lunch box, Jessica doesnt know what to do. She doesnt want to be a tattletale, but she also wants the bullying to stop. Can Jessica find the courage to stand up for herself? From the team behind the first three books about Jessica and her worries, Bullies Never Win is immediately relatable, relevant, and a must-have for every school and library.
The Bully from the Black Lagoon
By Thaler, Mike
A new title in the bestselling Black Lagoon series!Hubie has heard there's a new kid in school. His name is Butch Pounder, and he is rumored to be a mean bully! Did Butch really beat up the football team and eat the teacher's pet at his last school?Hubie thinks he'll end up in the nurse's office, when he finally runs into Butch. But, of course, Hubie's imagination has run away from him again! All Butch wants is a new friend to show him around school, and Hubie is just who he needed!
Bye-Bye, Big Bad Bullybug!
By Emberley, Ed
Here comes Big Bad Bullybug! Hes big, mean, and scary--and loves to pick on little itty bitty bugs! With the turn of each die-cut page, Bullybug grows bigger, meaner, and scarier. But its the itty bitty bugs who get the last laugh in this exciting, new, frighteningly-fun adventure. Caldecott award-winning author-artist Ed Emberley, author of the enormously popular Go Away, Big Green Monster!, offers readers another ingeniously crafted novelty storybook that helps children face, and then chase away, their fears.
Get Up, Stand Up
By Marley, Bob
Bob Marley's music has inspired millions of listeners around the world with messages of peace, love, and truth. This third picture book adaptation of one of his beloved songs has a timely message for children: To counter injustice, lift others up with kindness and courage. As a young girl goes on with her day in school, she comes across several instances of teasing and intimidation. But with loving action and some help from her friends, she's able to make things right for herself and others. With exuberant pictures by John Jay Cabuay accompanying Marley's iconic lyrics, Get Up, Stand Up is a vibrant testament to the power we all have to make a difference.
Ginny Louise and the School Showdown
By Sauer, Tammi
The Truman Elementary Troublemakers are a bad bunch. Especially these three: Cap'n Catastrophe, Destructo Dude, and Make-My-Day May. But they are no match for Ginny Louise, the new hedgehog in school. Her unwavering cheerfulness in the face of their bullying will make young readers holler with glee. Full of rhymes, wordplay, and comic misunderstanding, this book will lend itself well to reading aloud as well as discussions about peer dynamics.
I Walk with Vanessa
By Kerascoët,
"This beautifully illustrated story shows young readers how to become caring and supportive upstanders. Love it!" --Trudy Ludwig, bestselling author of The Invisible BoyThis simple yet powerful picture book--from a New York Times bestselling husband-and-wife team--tells the story of one girl who inspires a community to stand up to bullying. Inspired by real events, I Walk with Vanessa explores the feelings of helplessness and anger that arise in the wake of seeing a classmate treated badly, and shows how a single act of kindness can lead to an entire community joining in to help. With themes of acceptance, kindness, and strength in numbers, this timeless and profound feel-good story will resonate with readers young and old.
Kids Talk About Bullying
By Finn, Carrie
People make fun of me for wearing glasses What should I do Super Sam the problem solver will give you some strong advice on bullies
Lila and the Crow
By Grimard, Gabrielle
Lila has just moved to a new town and can't wait to make friends at school. But on the first day, a boy points at her and shouts: "A crow! A crow! The new girl's hair is black like a crow!" The others whisper and laugh, and Lila's heart grows as heavy as a stone.The next day, Lila covers her hair. But this time, the boy points at her dark skin. When she covers her face, he mocks her dark eyes. Now every day at school, Lila hides under her turtleneck, dark glasses, and hat. And every day when she goes home, she sees a crow who seems to want to tell her something. Lila ignores the bird and even throws rocks at it, but it won't go away.Meanwhile, the great autumn festival is approaching. While the other kids prepare their costumes, Lila is sadder and lonelier than ever.
The Little Bully
By Bracken, Beth
Billy is a nice boy who likes school until he encounters a bully named Fred. Billy must learn how to deal with a bully.,
Marlene, Marlene, Queen of Mean
By Lynch, Jane
Glee actress Jane Lynch takes a look at bullying head-on in her first picture book. Marlene is the self-appointed queen of the playground, the sidewalk, and the school. She is small but mighty . . . intimidating! Known for her cruel ways, the little Queen of Mean has kids cowering in fear—until big Freddy stands up to her and says what everyone has been too fearful to say. In Seussian rhyme, actress Jane Lynch, clinical psychologist Lara Embry, and former children’s book editor A. E. Mikesell gently and comically depict the undoing of a bully and her efforts to reform. Tricia Tusa’s charming illustrations make the story an even more accessible conversation starter for all ages.
Nobody Knew What to Do
By Leonardo, Todd
This story tells how one child found the courage to tell a teacher about Ray, who was being picked on and bullied by other kids in school.
The Pout-Pout Fish and the Bully-Bully Shark
By Diesen, Deborah
Mr. Fish and all his friendsLove to play down at the park.But that ends when they're bulliedBy a misbehaving shark!Mr. Fish wants to help.He knows bullying is wrong!But he's just one fish -- Is he really that strong?In The Pout-Pout Fish and the Bully-Bully Shark, the New York Times-bestselling Pout-Pout Fish teaches a bully shark about kindness and being a friend in this original picture book. Swim along as he discovers the strength of his community, and the power of his own voice.
Scary Mary
By Bowles, Paula
Meet Scary Mary. In the barnyard, she rules the roost. If the other animals come near, she chases them away! She keeps all the sunflower seeds to herself and builds a fort to keep the others out. Mary even practices making scary faces! Until one day she is alone. She clucks by herself, plays games by herself, and eats dinner by herself. Soon, Mary realizes that being scary can be lonely!