Bullying, violence, abuse and peer pressure Books

When a school tragedy happens, you probably lay the blame on society, the Internet, TV or violent films. Not many of you think it could be the parents' or the teachers' fault, do you? But then, is it? We all have our say, spout off opinions according to...

Clara isn't proud of her mistakes, and some may even be hell-worthy.Death is always a surprise, but at sixteen, it's a shock. Finding your escort to the afterlife is a Harley-riding biker is just crazy.When a biker tells sixteen-year-old Clara that she...

Unveil the magic of true friendship with "Dino Deegan and the Unpleasant Class"-an enchanting, rhymed book that champions the power of kindness to overcome bullying.School days are challenging for Dino Deegan, who dreams of being included at recess but...

Jesse knows it will be difficult making friends at his new school. When he gets invited to sit at the cool kids' lunch table, Jesse feels on top of the world. But the feeling doesn't last long when the cool kids start pulling pranks on teachers and other...

Readers will be haunted by this hi-lo book that puts a modern spin on the classic book, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Nicki Crane is tired of being picked on by the school bully, Bram Bones. She knows someone else who doesn't like bullies-the Headless...

May, a young teenage girl, traverses the city streets, finding keepsakes in different places along her journey. When May and her kookum make these keepsakes into a necklace, it opens a world of danger and fantasy. While May fights against a terrible...

Ace is a smart boy who carries an invisible backpack filled with his worries. As he faces challenges at school, at home, and during activities, his invisible backpack can feel very heavy. With the support of his teachers, parents, and friends, Ace learns...

Brennan just wants to be a good boy and make his parents proud, but his world is defined by strict rules and unyielding parents who believe in the power of punishment. He gives every day his best effort-both at home and at school-yet he just...

Jelly Sandwich has her doubts about starting fourth grade at Mulberry Academy, having just moved to New Jersey all the way from Bismarck, North Dakota. She misses her best friend from back home so much!Peanut Butter has her own worries about fourth grade...

TEEN GIRL'S HANDBOOK is designed to provide you with information and guidance along your path through teenage girlhood. The goal is for you to have a basic reference book to help address and navigate common subjects and issues that are frequently faced...

Touch and sight are the most influential way a child absorbs the environment and learns to interact with others. Behaviours of parents, carers and family members can sometimes reinforce unkind traits that a child will often model or may be affected by...

Ben, a young bullied kid, receives a letter from the Queen! Through this letter they learn the importance and being their true authentic self, as well as how to love themself. 

Sam is a seven-year-old boy who lives with his grandparents. He doesn't remember his dad, but his mom is scheduled to pick him up for their weekend together. She lives with her new baby and her boyfriend and says that one day, if Sam is good, he will...

Old Miss Fitz buys a farm! "E-I-E-I-O!" And on this farm she has a barn! "E-I-E-I-O!" And in that barn — can be found the most unusual animals ever known! The "MISFIT" animals include a chicken who plays piano but does...

Pitbulls Pudge and his nephew, Eye-Patch, are stray dogs living on the streets of Denver, Colorado, where pits are illegal and assumed to be vicious and aggressive. After Eye-Patch accidentally witnesses a brutal dog fight, Pudge decides get them both...

'Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept' is a beautifully illustrated children's picture book that sensitively broaches the subject of keeping children safe from inappropriate touch. We teach water and road safety, but how do we teach Body Safety...

Bokang's life is falling apart as his family spirals into poverty and conflict over his father's gambling and alcohol addiction.Bokang Damane is a talented outsider, a dreamer, at his prestigious school. His problems mount after writing an essay not even...

After 10-year-old Leelee Honeyshine and her 12-year-old sister Natasha arrive in Knotted Oaks, Florida to spend the summer with their grandparents, Leelee discovers that in such a small town, she can't hide herself or her drawings from anyone.Unlike her...

The Itty Bitty Kitty is a delightful story about a kitty that yearns to make friends with other cats who think she is too small. Author and Illustrator Catherine Follestad uses her talents to show how Itty Bitty learns a valuable lesson about friendship...

Research shows that children who disclose their abuse within one month are at a reduced risk for depression. In addition, if children can talk about their abuse, they are less likely to suffer from depression later in life. "Don't Touch My No-No Parts!"...

Look out! Her name is Sneaky Snobby and making trouble is her hobby. Sneaky Snobby wants to steal your joy and take your friends and break your toys. . . . In this comical adventure brought to life with bright and clever...

Our children deserve to be healthy and happy.Dear Friend... Do You Know About Tongue Ties? helps connect the dots between a child'spoor eating, sleeping, and breathing habits. Told from a child's perspective, this tale of one'stongue tie supports the...

Ten-year-old Sabine Wolfensberger was thrilled to attend Onaxx Academy for Mages. Then, the bullying began. Shapeshifting is a rare gift, and Sabine longs to spend her time at the magical academy learning how to focus her new ability in hopes of...

A book for kids aged 5-9 all about being unique and self acceptance. Written by a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience working with teens, kids and families. Go through the moment in Kaysi's life where she learned that it's OK to not...

It started with their dad's dad. Then their dad. Then them. A long history of violence.Dear History of Violence, what was so special about these two families. The Kellys were your punching bag. And the Coopers shattered by your ricochet. You didn't just...

Une simple erreur et tout peut basculer. Le sourire ne se dessinera plus sur le visage de Jade. Elle plongera dans une solitude profonde, sans espoir d'en ressortir. Alors que le harcèlement scolaire engloutit l'adolescente au fin fond de l'océan, des...

Poppy Ogopogo isn't beautiful like the butterflies.Their mean laughter makes her sad, so instead she plays with her imaginary friends.But one day the butterflies are swept out into the lake. Will Poppy forgive those who hurt her and become a hero? Or...

This story is about an eight-year-old boy named Peter, who was in the third grade at Leonard Street Elementary School. Alex and his friends, Max and Jax, picked on Peter every day. These boys were also in the third grade at the same school. This bullying...

Books that inspire imagination and encourage a love for reading.Join Curly Crow on her first beach adventure as she yearns to explore and make new friends. But when she finds out that not every bird is friendly she must find a way to deal with bullies!...

Curly Crow Goes to the Beach - Spanish Edition. Books that inspire imagination and encourage a love for reading.Curly Crow children's books are an excellent way to bring families together and create lasting memories. These books are not only entertaining...

Abby is a nice girl who dreams of becoming a ballerina. Her dreams finally coming true when she takes a ballet class, but Abby gets bullied because of her medical condition. Will she stay in ballet, keep dancing, and block out the bullies or will she...

A Finalist in the 2023 Readers' Choice Book Awards!Deep in the Andes Valley lives a chinchilla named Chili,Unlike any you've seen before.She wears a coat of argentine blue,Too beautiful to ignore.Although she is beautiful, sometimes she is sad,For she is...

Brave Kids: Short Stories to Inspire our Future World-Changers is your survival guide to brave the 21st century.Each story is uniquely crafted to inspire hope and change for a better world for humans, animals, and the Earth we...

It's the first day of school, and Toby is dressed in their best and ready to make new friends! But first, Toby’s new classmates want to know: Is Toby a boy or a girl? Toby isn’t sure how to answer. Toby likes to wear basketball shorts and...

Fred the monkey is being bullied but he is keeping it a SECRET--When Jason Brown moves to town, he has no friends. He is bored and lonely, so he picks on little Fred. The smaller monkey does not like to fight, but he also does not want to snitch! Fred...

A new school, new friends, a beloved pet and a jealous classmate. This story deals with how spite and jealousy can spoil a good time for everyone.  Luckily, true friendship, a smart teacher and the love between a girl, and her dog win the day! 

It is Valentine's Day at school and mean Mary Lou Musgrove, the class bully, has thrown all of Betsy's and Betty's Valentine cards in the trash. Then she stains Betty's face with a marker causing her to cry and get a bad rash. At recess a fight ensues...

One little lion's quest for self-acceptance begins after teasing and bullying leave him ashamed of who he is. But what this little lion finds out is that trying to change for others does't change anything--but being happy with who you are changes...

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A Bully In All Of Us is for anyone who uses bullying. It helps us understand ourselves and why we bully. I should know as I have done it myself and learnt why it will never work. I openly pass on my knowledge so we can gain insights to learn what real...

Trying to teach kids the importance of kindness? This fun rhyming book will inspire children to be kinder, one page at a time. Children will enjoy the enchanting illustrations and meaningful messages. It touches on being kind to your friends, animals,...

Even from the moment she was born, it was clear that Becky Bexley was not like other children. Her family were shocked by her behaviour!Just a few years later, and she's in secondary school, often seeming wiser than her teachers. She does her best to...

The Perfect Gift for Adolescent Boys!Adolescence is a thrilling yet challenging journey, filled with new experiences, emotions, and questions. It's a time of self-discovery and growth, which can often feel like navigating uncharted territory.Consider...

"They didn't invite me ... I'm not good enough ... They didn't want me with them ... Did they forget about me?"Children often have trouble falling asleep. Carnuli, who lives on the planet Tezra, felt sad because their friends all went to the park...

Franky is back with his 4th book in the Franky the Flamingo series. Franky the Fearless Flamingo rescues the helpless wherever he does go. In this tale of strength and compassion, a mean crab owes a debt as his ration. The little sea...

Stewart Camby is an intelligent 13-year-old trying to survive middle school. Overweight and nerdy, Stewart is the perfect target for the school bullies who take advantage of every opportunity to make his life miserable.At home, Stewart works on a machine...

Readin', Writin' & Hecklin' is the third book in the Aubrey Burke History Adventure series. Now Aubrey is transported back in time to 1901. She finds herself attending a one-room schoolhouse and has to deal with a nasty bully.

Several decades ago, before cell phones, electronic tablets, computers, and video games, children would play outside. Fresh air, exercise, bicycles, and playgrounds were part of their everyday routine. The two nine-year-old boys were always looking for...