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Description
This book shares honest, moving stories told by several young people from all backgrounds who have experienced bullying, sharing ways they have either coped with or stopped the aggressive behavior of others.
Quick Summary
If you know a middle grader who's ever felt picked on or watched someone else get bullied, this collection of real stories will hit home. Shapiro gathers voices from kids of all different backgrounds, each sharing their own experience with schoolyard bullying what happened, how it felt, and what they actually did about it. It's the kind of book that doesn't sugarcoat things but also doesn't leave readers feeling hopeless, because every story includes some way these young people found to cope or stand up for themselves. The short chapters and straightforward style make it perfect for reluctant readers or kids who want something they can finish in a sitting or two. Parents will appreciate that it tackles a tough topic honestly without being preachy, and at around 6,000 words, kids won't feel overwhelmed by it. If your kid connected with Wonder by R.J. Palacio, they'll probably connect with this one too, since both deal with how kids treat each other and finding your place despite the hard stuff.