Picture Books
A Bad Case of Stripes by A Bad Case of the Stripes celebrates individuality and shows how personal growth comes from self-acceptance and resisting societal pressures.
Malala's Magic Pencil by Malala's Magic Pencil sparks discussions on gender roles, equality, coping with conflict, courage in adversity, and empowering activism.
Chrysanthemum by Chrysanthemum encourages embracing identity, respecting uniqueness, being open-minded, and shifting perspectives through empathy.
Hey, Little Ant by Hey, Little Ant explores considering others' perspectives, empathy, respect for life, moral dilemmas, peer pressure, and decision-making.
The Invisible Boy by A gentle story that teaches how small acts of kindness can help children feel included and allow them to flourish, from esteemed author and speaker Trudy Ludwig and acclaimed illustrator Patrice Barton.
The Banana-Leaf Ball by The Banana-Leaf Ball sparks conversations about resilience, the benefits of play, unity, adversity, inclusion and community.
One by One explores issues like bullying, self-esteem, tolerance, resolving conflicts, and the value of respect and togetherness.
The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade by Sally McCabe notices everything and soon she decides to stand up for what is right!
Red by Red addresses topics like integrity, confronting bullying, courage to stand against wrongdoings, consequences of actions, and self-reflection.
Giraffes Can't Dance (Board Book) by Giraffes Can't Dance encourages perseverance, determination and a growth mindset. It provides opportunities to discuss concepts like self-confidence, dealing with criticism, and overcoming challenges.
Yoon and the Jade Bracelet by Yoon and the Jade Bracelet sparks conversations about cultural identity, courage, problem-solving, wisdom and cultural heritage.
Yoko by Yoko sparks conversations about diversity, acceptance, cultural foods and authenticity. It celebrates differences and individuality.
The Three Billy Goats Gruff by The Three Billy Goats Gruff explores themes like bullying, temptation, problem-solving and imagination.
I Talk Like a River by I Talk Like a River explores themes of empathy, self-esteem, self-acceptance and embracing differences. It uses the metaphor of a river to represent a boy's speech patterns.
We're All Wonders by We're All Wonders sparks conversations about self-esteem, identity, acceptance, and celebrating diversity. It promotes open-mindedness and valuing individual differences.
I Walk with Vanessa by I Walk with Vanessa is a wordless picture book that explores themes of empathy, kindness, social responsibility, and confronting bullying through courageous action. It shows how small gestures can create meaningful change.
The Two Bullies by The Two Bullies addresses themes of misunderstanding, perceptions of strength, the impacts of bullying, and resolving conflicts.
Stand Up: Bullying Prevention Series
Are You a Bully? by Readers will learn how one's actions affect others and the importance of being respectful of others.
What to Do If You Are Bullied by Readers will be provided with tips on creating a respectful bully-free environment for their school.
What You Can Do to Stop Bullying by Readers will learn statistics about bullying in schools, the effects of bullying, and why people may bully or become targets of bullies. Emphasis is placed on speaking up for others and the power of working as a community to discourage bullying.
Online Bullying by Readers explore the different ways bullies use technology against their targets and the unique effects of this type of bullying. Students will learn how to deal with and report this kind of bullying, as well as how to protect themselves online.
Bullying with Words by Readers will explore why people are verbally abusive and the text will advise on seeking help if they are being bullied and how to help others who are being bullied.
Group Bullying by Readers will learn how to deal with group bullying, how to seek help, ways to repair self-esteem, and why it is important to build a school community that respects everyone.
What To Do Series
Insults Aren't Funny by Young readers watch Casey struggle with bullying and learn safe ways to make it stop.
Sometimes Jokes Aren't Funny by Young readers watch Jamie struggle with Taylor's jokes and learn safe ways to make it stop.
Pushing Isn't Funny by Young readers watch Bailey struggle with bullying and learn safe ways to make it stop.
The Weird Series
Weird! by The Weird series is a delightful three-part story that explores the roles of the bully, the bullied, and the bystander and how children can break out of those roles and be their unique, caring selves. Not only for kids, this series is a must for parents, educators, and caregivers who want to help children end the cycle of cruelty
Dare!
Tough!
More Books About Bullying
Bullying Deal with It by This book will give kids the know-how to deal with bullying, whether they are the targets, witnesses, or even bullies themselves.
No Bullies Allowed! by This book will show kids how to use compassion, respect, responsibility, and honesty with those around them.
Bullies by This book will guide readers through understanding how and why bullying happens, as well as how to cope when they witness bullying.
Stand up to Bullying! by Who has the most power to stop and prevent bullying? Teachers? Parents? The Principal of the Universe? No, no, and no way! When it comes to changing bullying behavior, nobody has more power than upstanders--all the people who see bullying or know it's happening . . . and decide to do something about it.
MG Novels
Starfish by Ellie is tired of being fat-shamed and does something about it in this poignant debut novel-in-verse.
Hello, Universe by Winner of the Newbery Medal "A charming, intriguingly plotted novel."--Washington Post Newbery Medalist Erin Entrada Kelly's Hello, Universe is a funny and poignant neighborhood story about unexpected friendships. Told from four intertwining points of view--two boys and two girls--the novel celebrates bravery, being different, and finding your inner bayani (hero).
Rhyme Schemer by Kevin has a bad attitude. He's the one who laughs when you trip and fall. In fact, he may have been the one who tripped you in the first place. He has a real knack for rubbing people the wrong way--and he's even figured out a secret way to do it with poems. But what happens when the tables are turned and he is the one getting picked on? Rhyme Schemer is a touching and hilarious middle-grade novel in verse about one-seventh grader's journey from bully-er to bully-ee, as he learns about friendship, family, and the influence that words can have on people's lives.
You Go First by You Go First is an exploration of family, bullying, word games, art, and the ever-complicated world of middle school friendships.
Alabama Moon by After the death of his father, ten-year-old Moon Blake is removed from the Alabama forest where he was raised and sent to a boy's home, where, for the first time, he has contact with the outside world and learns about friendship, love, and humanity.
