Bullying, violence, abuse and peer pressure Books

Sixteen-year-old Jamie McGuiness's sister is dead.Sinking into a deep depression, he frequents the lighthouse where her body was discovered, unaware of the sinister forces surrounding him.When an angry spirit latches onto Jamie, he's led down a dark and...

In this LGBTQ+ YA coming-of-age novel, a teenage girl grapples with the suicide of aclassmate and her mother's depression, while discovering her own gender fluidity andsexual identity. Fifteen-year-old Eleanor Fromme just chopped off all of her...

Inspired by the memoirs of Ralph M.'s experience with bullying,My Life BeyondBullying: Stories from Mayo Clinic Patientsuses 36 pages of full illustrations to tell the true story of how kids view friendships, bullying, and challenging social situations...

Join celebrated children's author, Sir Rhymesalot as he joins our young protagonist on the morning of his fifth birthday. You know that feeling of complete joy when waking up to remember your friends are all coming to your party. That is what this young...

Falling in love. Evading the authorities. Chasing the rabbits. Now high school sophomores, the self-styled "Freaks" are back in class in quiet Quapaw City, Arkansas. They grapple with the ordinary challenges of everyday teen life: cliques, cars, and...

AWARD-WINNING, HIGHLY ACCLAIMED AUTHOR: Higginbotham's previous book, Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness, was a White Raven 2019 Selection and named one of School Library Journal's Best Books of 2018. Higginbotham is also well-loved by schools and...

Matt is excited to join Junior Rangers and go on their spring hunting trip. During drills, an older ranger, Chaz, praises Matt's skills, and he jumps at the chance to hang out with Chaz. But when Chaz and his friends start making fun of a fellow ranger...

A charming early chapter book series that explores Vietnamese culture and identity through the eyes of the Nguyen siblings, with elements of the supernatural, spirituality, and social justice woven in.I touch my earrings and feel a rush of wind. I can...

Coming of age against all odds in the midst of the Arab Spring. Growing up in East Aleppo, Yara's childhood has long been shadowed by the coming revolution. But when the Arab Spring finally arrives at Yara's doorstep, it is worse than even her Nana...

A story about the heart-opening effect that taking care of a wounded creature has on a wounded boy, from acclaimed picture-book creators Jairo Buitrago and Rafael Yockteng.Adrin is always in trouble, at school and at home, while Santiago gets along quite...

Age range 7 to 10The third title in the collection that began with USBBY Outstanding International BookSlug Days. Lauren, a third-grade student who has Autism Spectrum Disorder, takes on the challenges of sharing her best friend and persevering when a...

This "heartbreaking ... powerful work" ( School Library Journal) introduces the contemporary issue of forced disappearances to readers 10 and up-with "deceptively simple black line drawings" and "unsentimental bilingual text" ( Kirkus).By a closed door,...

Age range 3 to 6The Rainbow Fish for kids who love the garden.Daisy is new to the garden and just opening her petals to the sun when Rose tells her that she's just a weed. What's a weed? Daisy asks. Weeds aren't planted on purpose, Rose...

Age range 9 to 12An award-winning, stunningly illustrated, sober depiction of war.A recipient of the prestigious Nami Concours prize, this remarkable book of striking, often surreal illustrations and sparse prose reveals the many sides of war: where it...

Every day Jimmy takes 'Skinny Kid's' lunch at school. No way will he be caught dead standing in that FREE LUNCH line. Even when he's called into the principal's office, Jimmy just shrugs. "Yeah. Whatever." Until a surprising act of kindness stops him in...

A heartwarming picture book that teaches empathy and inclusion.Everyone knows Wally is a bully. He steals lunch every day from Bella Jo the bear, calls Oliver the owl mean names, and never shares the crayons. So when the other animals decide to write a...

As a child, there are constantly people trying to pick you up, hug you, or tickle you. Sometimes, though, children fall victims to people who try to touch them inappropriately. But how do you tell someone, most likely an adult, that you don't want to be...

Age range 5 to 10Fun and engaging activities for Minecrafters that will help kids make good choices in school, at home, in social settings, and moreTogether with Steve, Alex, and their favorite mobs, young Minecrafters will discover smart ways to...

Age range 3 to 8A heart-warming, inclusive, and whimsical picture book about a square trying to fit into a world of circles. This book celebrates what makes everyone unique and special.In a world of circles, Square feels different! In public, Square...

The perfect tool to teach children how to respond to insecurities surrounding being left-handed. I Am Left-Handedprovides parents, grandparents, teachers, and caregivers the opportunity to speak with children about this important topic.How do you...

Age range 7 to 12When Janey the cat arrives on Furtopia and announces a fishing contest, Alana is reluctant to join. Alana knows she can become hyper-focused on winning contests and is trying to change her competitive ways. Also, Alana just learned how...

Age range 7 to 12Alana finds her everyday life boring and is longing for an adventure. She decides to sign up for a Deserted Island Getaway Package, which allows her to develop an island and make new friends. Within days she bonds with her new...

Age range 12 to 18In Peer Pressure for Teens, young writers show that it's possible to stand up to the pressure they may feel from friends and some family members to be "cool."Inspire teen and preteen readers to take responsibility for...

An important story for young readers about standing up to bullies and developing courage and self-confidence.Kim is in kindergarten, and she loves going to school! She has a new backpack she can't wait to use and show to her friends.On the way to school,...

New York Times Bestselling Author! The world of Minecraft comes to life in this thrilling original adventure!Life is peaceful and calm in the Far Lands, a mysterious area on the edge of the Overworld in Minecraft. The monster warlords have been...

Minecrafters will love Will and Mina's final adventure in the Secrets of an Overworld Survivor series-a journey to the End and a battle against the Ender Dragon!

When you come from Nowhere, can you ever really make it anywhere?  Welcome to Nowhere, Arizona, the least livable town in the United States. For Gus, a bright 13-year-old with dreams of getting out and going to college, life there is made even...

"Kryptonite for Bullies" is an illustrated book for parents, children, and pre-teens that will help develop character traits to enhance self-reliance and deter bullying behavior from others.Including a fun rhyme scheme, colorful graphics, and good moral...

This award-winning book uses the letters of the alphabet to help young and old see the many, simple ways that they can fill buckets and fill their own buckets in return. When you help children become bucket fillers, you give them the key to happiness.....

Age range 10+ Growing Up With A Bucket Full Of Happiness advances the bucket-filling concept for pre-teens, teens, and adults. Growing Up breaks new ground through expanded language as it teaches the value of kindness, self-control,...

"Here's a delightful little book to warm the hearts of young children and teach them how to experience the joy of giving and receiving. Just think of all the little buckets this book will fill with love and encouragement." - Dr. Kevin Leman, author of...

Preschool children can learn safe boundaries, how to distinguish between "good" and "bad" touches, and how to respond appropriately to unwanted touches. This is a powerful book for enhancing self-esteem. Parenting Press's bestseller!

When Emily asks her big sister what the word empathy means, she discovers an answer that will change how she looks at people. Empathy is the ability to notice what other people feel. As she goes through her day, Emily learns more about the people on the...

An honest exploration of the impacts of experiencing bullying and how to cope with it. This is a kid's book about bullying. It explores the impacts of bullying and helps kids to identify when bullying is taking place, as well as encouraging empathy and...