Fiction Books....Read about characters who have overcome bullying
***Click on the titles to read more about the books
The Wrecker by David Skinner
For students in grades 5-6. Michael has just moved and joined Sherman School when he is befriended by Theo, the 8th grade genius. Together they devise a plan to "wreck" the school bully.
Amelia Takes Command by Marissa Moss
Amelia is the target of the class bully. She uses her notebook to vent her feelings of frustration and anger as the bully continues to torment her. There are great illustrations to accompany the text in this book
Jake Drake, Bully Buster by Andrew Clements
Jake is forced to be partners with Link Baxter, the boy who has bullied him all through school. Through this partnership Jake and Link gain respect for each other.
Just Kidding by Trudy Ludwig
D.J. is tired of the mean comments from his classmate Vince. Unsure of what to do, he turns to his mother. This picture book will help you distinguish teasing from bullying.
Nobody Knew What to Do: A Story About Bullying by Becky Ray McCain
Even though this book is written for younger children, everyone can learn a valuable lesson from its story. The book is narrated by a bystander and shows how helpless everyone feels when someone is being bullied.
What a Wimp by Carrol Carrick
Barney seems to be having trouble with everyone: his mother, his brother, his teacher, and the class bully, Lenny. This book teaches the valuable lesson of standing up for your self.
Shredderman: Secret Identity by Wendelin Van Draanen
Nolan Byrd is a brainy fifth grader who is tired of being bullied. Using a video camera, Nolan captures some of the school bully's despicable actions and places them on the Internet under the code name Shredderman. Nolan's class unites to stop the class bully. Be sure to check out the video that goes along with this book.
Bullies are a Pain in the Brain by Trevor Romain
This award winning picture book offers simple advice on how to deal with bullies. The illustrations are colorful and fun. There are useful resources such as additional books and websites listed in the back of this book. Be sure to check out the video that goes along with this book.
Nonfiction books....these books can help you deal with a bully
Bullying: How to Deal with Taunting, Teasing, and Tormenting by Kathleen Winkler
For girls in grades 5-6. Focus on bully situations involving girls. Offers advice on how to deal with several different types of bullying situations.
Bullying: Deal with it Before Push Comes to Shove by Elaine Slavens
This book provides basic information about dealing with bullies. This well illustrated book provides valuable and useful information.