Art’s Guide to Planet Earth: For Earthlings Ages 12 to 120 by Art Sussman, Ph.D.Ī systems approach to how the earth works that is compelling, well-organized and understandable. This exceptional story covers a lot of ground, including race relations, bullying, politics, and integrity.ĭr. Gabe's new friend Frita makes it her mission to rid him - and incidentally herself - of fear. Gabe needs liberation from his fears, fears of spiders, corpses, cows, and fifth grade. This edition of the popular Jake Drake series reminds us that sometimes even bullies need a little kindness and understanding.
Jake Drake Bully Buster by Andrew Clements Told through poetic verse, this novel is known for its illumination of the immigrant experience, but watch for heart-wrenching lessons in the importance of treating people well even when they speak, look, and act differently. This stunning story is drawn from the author's own experience as a refugee. Will he find the courage to overcome expectations and be himself? He tries so hard to hide his love of mermaids and dressing up. He tries so hard to fit in at summer camp. PhilipsĮspecially if you're a boy, Todd Winslow knows there are some things you just can’t do, say, or be in front of others. The bullying escalates until Wanda is pulled out of school, and one girl realizes she missed her chance to stand up for Wanda. They don't believe her when she tells them of her collection of one hundred beautiful dresses at home. Wanda is teased by her classmates for wearing the same tattered dress to school each day. Two boys, a tough guy with a learning disability and genius in leg braces, forge a friendship and overcome a bully. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its life believing it is stupid.” This is the perfect book for everyone struggling with the sense that they don't fit in. Some days the whole world seems to bully us, but if we learn to stand up and have hope, we can turn things around.
This 11-year-old strives to be good, to "be the one" who stands up for others, in spite of facing many challenges herself. It’s a powerful, award-winning, and much-loved story.
When their new life is threatened, Esperanza must find a way to rise above her difficult circumstances.
Esperanza isn’t ready for the hard labor, financial struggles, or lack of acceptance and bullying she now faces. Sudden tragedy during the great depression forces Esperanza and Mama to flee to California and settle in a camp for Mexican farmworkers.
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