Bullying is a serious issue that affects many children. To help raise awareness and promote kindness and empathy, here are 12 must-read anti-bullying books for kids:
- “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio
- “The Recess Queen” by Alexis O’Neill
- “Chrysanthemum” by Kevin Henkes
- “The Juice Box Bully” by Bob Sornson and Maria Dismondy
- “Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun” by Maria Dismondy
- “Enemy Pie” by Derek Munson
- “Each Kindness” by Jacqueline Woodson
- “Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon” by Patty Lovell
- “One” by Kathryn Otoshi
- “Llama Llama and the Bully Goat” by Anna Dewdney
- “My Secret Bully” by Trudy Ludwig
- “Bully” by Laura Vaccaro Seeger
These books address various aspects of bullying, from understanding different perspectives to promoting resilience and friendship. They provide valuable lessons and serve as wonderful conversation starters about bullying and its impact on children.
By reading these books, children can develop empathy, learn to stand up against bullying and build a culture of kindness and inclusion in their communities.