{"title":"Kids — Bullying and Peer Pressure","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"neighborhood-bully-marvin-s-monster-diary-bk-4-9781641704632b","title":"Neighborhood Bully (Marvin's Monster Diary, Bk. 4)","description":"It’s the clawsomest time of year: summer vacation! All Marvin and his friends want is to enjoy their turf—the park across the street—and play superheroes to their hearts’ content. But when bullies arise, so does conflict. Suddenly a power struggle erupts over playground dibs. It’s Marvin and his band of Super Scarers versus Drake the Dreadful and his too-cool-for-school henchmen!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nBut the monsters discover that bullying isn’t always black and white, good guys and bad guys. By using tools such as ST4 and a circular role-playing game, Marvin and his friends discover that defeating bullying doesn’t always mean defeating bullies. In fact, with a little help from your friends, anyone can rise to the occasion. Marvin's hilarious doodles and diary entries chronicle his delightful adventures, misadventures, and eventual triumph in a funny, relatable way. It's the one series on ADHD and associated issues that kids will actually want to read! ","brand":"Familius","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42817637580880,"sku":"9781641704632B","price":8.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781641704632-l.jpg?v=1785865737"},{"product_id":"what-happened-to-rachel-riley-9780063213104b","title":"What Happened to Rachel Riley?","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eALA Notable Children's Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eRegional Indie Bestseller\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eAudie Award Winner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eEdgar Award Nominee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eCybils Award Nominee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eYALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eNew York Public Library Best Book of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eChicago Public Library Best of the Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eAmazon Best Book of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eSLJ Best Book of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eTexas Lone Star Reading List\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eCapital Choices Noteworthy Book for Children\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1rem;\"\u003eBookPage Best Book of the Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this engrossing and inventive contemporary middle grade novel that's \u003cem\u003eWhere'd You Go, Bernadette \u003c\/em\u003ewith a #MeToo message, an eighth grader uses social media posts, passed notes, and other clues to find out why a formerly popular girl is now the pariah of her new school. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnna Hunt may be the new girl at East Middle School, but she can already tell there’s something off about her eighth-grade class. Rachel Riley, who just last year was one of the most popular girls in school, has become a social outcast. But no one, including Rachel Riley herself, will tell Anna why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a die-hard podcast enthusiast, Anna knows there’s always more to a story than meets the eye. So she decides to put her fact-seeking skills to the test and create her own podcast around the question that won’t stop running through her head: What happened to Rachel Riley?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the entire eighth grade working against her, Anna dives headfirst into the evidence. Clue after clue, the mystery widens, painting an even more complex story than Anna could have anticipated. But there’s one thing she’s certain of: If you’re going to ask a complicated question, you better be prepared for the fallout that may come with the answer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Quill Tree Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42817945731152,"sku":"9780063213104B","price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780063213104-l.jpg?v=1785867014"},{"product_id":"benny-on-the-case-9781665937696b","title":"Benny on the Case","description":"\u003cb\u003eA New York Public Library Best Kids Book of 2025\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e Best Middle Grade Book of 2025\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA boy with Mosaic Down syndrome navigates entering a mainstream classroom, making new friends, and standing up to bullies all while trying to catch a thief and save his home in this “suspenseful, emotional” (\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e) middle grade mystery from \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling and award-winning author Wesley King.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBenny isn’t your average boy from Newfoundland. He lives in a retirement home that his mother runs, he has an eighty-six-year-old best friend named Mr. Tom, he knows more about fixing boats than video games, and he has Mosaic Down syndrome. When Benny transitions to a mainstream classroom for the first time, the other students tease him for his differences…except for Salma. She’s new, too, and not your typical Newfoundland girl: she’s tech savvy, speaks Arabic, plays basketball, and isn’t afraid to eat lunch with Benny.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eSo when Salma’s grandmother and several other residents in the retirement home are robbed, Benny asks Salma to help him catch the thief. Time is not on their side as an inspector threatens to close the home. And to make matters worse, Benny and Salma must crack the case while working on a class assignment with their bullies. Can Benny save his home and take a stand against the bullies once and for all? He’s about to find out, b’ys.","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42868011270224,"sku":"9781665937696B","price":10.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781665937696-l.jpg?v=1785871328"},{"product_id":"wonder-9780375969027b","title":"Wonder","description":"Ten-year-old Auggie Pullman, who was born with extreme facial abnormalities and was not expected to survive, goes from being home-schooled to entering fifth grade at a private middle school in Manhattan, which entails enduring the taunting and fear of his classmates as he struggles to be seen as just another student.","brand":"Random House Children's Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42872070471760,"sku":"9780375969027B","price":12.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780375969027-l.jpg?v=1785871394"},{"product_id":"talking-about-bullying-a-problem-shared-9781445171272b","title":"Talking About Bullying (A Problem Shared)","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eA positive and proactive book that helps you understand and cope with bullying.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere's two sides to every story. In \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eBullying\u003c\/span\u003e, you will read two sides to the dilemmas, sticky situations or issues that children sometimes have to face when dealing with others. Bullying tackles situations including: physical bullying, frenemies, cyberbullying, and when you might be the bully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is structured to help readers see that problems might look different depending on your perspective. This book gently encourages children to be proactive in speaking up and asking for help, both for themselves and others.","brand":"Franklin Watts","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42818467856464,"sku":"9781445171272B","price":7.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781445171272-l.jpg?v=1785871824"},{"product_id":"drama-rumors-secrets-staying-true-to-yourself-in-changing-ti-9781683372349b","title":"Drama, Rumors \u0026 Secrets: Staying True to Yourself in Changing Times (Smart Girl's Guide, New \u0026 Updated Edition)","description":"\u003cb\u003eWatch out for the drama trap! This book offers expert insight into drama, from jealousy to gossip to cyberbullying, and how to deal with it.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGossip and rumors. Trading in secrets. Who's popular, who's not. Exclusion. Mean girls and queen girls. Group pressure. Cyberbullying.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e How can a girl deal with all the drama? And how can she rise above it?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This book is full of tips, quizzes, advice from real girls, and solid smarts to help you keep your head and heart during tough times--and put your best self forward.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part of American Girl's bestselling \u003ci\u003eSmart Girl's Guide\u003c\/i\u003e series, the 10th anniversary edition of \u003ci\u003eSmart Girl's Guide to Drama, Rumors and Secrets \u003c\/i\u003eincludes updated illustrations and topics perfect for today's girls.","brand":"American Girl","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42818547023952,"sku":"9781683372349B","price":7.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781683372349-l.jpg?v=1785872232"},{"product_id":"greta-ever-after-9780316568838b","title":"Greta Ever After","description":"\u003cb\u003eThere are no fairy tale endings in middle school.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Greta Starr has one dream: to be a famous reporter. Unfortunately she’s been assigned to write for the paper’s most boring beat, and she feels stuck. Then, on her twelfth birthday, Greta receives a mysterious cuckoo clock with a wooden dancer named Lulu inside. Every hour, the doll twirls in time with the music—until one night she comes to life. Lulu is infused with magic and mischief. With Lulu’s sly encouragement, Greta engineers a feel-good story to report, setting in motion a series of remarkable, if deceitful, happy endings at school that help Greta gain popularity. But when the truth threatens Greta’s friendships, she is confronted with very real consequences that Lulu’s magic can’t fix. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This coming-of-age story explores the blurred line between fact and fiction as Greta realizes the key to being a great reporter—and a great friend—is striving for truth, not perfection. ","brand":"Little Brown and Company","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42872027643984,"sku":"9780316568838B","price":10.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780316568838-l.jpg?v=1785872372"},{"product_id":"the-extremely-embarrassing-life-of-lottie-brooks-bk-1-9798217116621b","title":"The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks (Bk. 1)","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBestselling author Katie Kirby captures the humorous and heart-felt antics of Lottie Brooks, an 11-year-old who is in for one long--and embarrassing--year if she can't learn to laugh at life's little mistakes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Warning to Future Readers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHi, I'm Lottie Brooks! I'm 11 (and 3\/4) years old and this is my diary. Before you read, though, you should be warned. This book is going to include mortifying moments like bra shopping with your mom and your seven-year-old brother, showing up to class with cereal in your hair, watching your dad sing horrible karaoke, standing awkwardly at your first school dance, and so many more humiliating occurrences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTurn away now if you’d rather not read about such excruciating experiences. It would be entirely understandable and highly recommended!","brand":"Random House","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42818621767760,"sku":"9798217116621B","price":10.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9798217116621-l.jpg?v=1785872531"},{"product_id":"the-dirt-girl-9781736209332b","title":"The Dirt Girl","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eJoin Zafera in the incredible story of \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe Dirt Girl,\u003c\/span\u003e as she and her classmates share an amazing adventure and with an ending your child will never forget!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eZafera is excited for her first day at school, but when she shows up with dirt on her clothes and twigs in her hair, her classmates have a much different reaction than she expected:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eOne day, it was time for Zafera to go to school. She was excited!\u003cbr\u003e“I can’t wait to play with other boys and girls!” she thought.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut when Zafera arrived, the other children stared. Many laughed and teased.\u003cbr\u003e“Why do you have twigs in your hair?” one boy taunted.\u003cbr\u003e“Did you make that dress?” asked another.\u003cbr\u003eZafera did not understand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWill her classmates learn to embrace Zafera’s differences and accept her the way she is? A visit to her home opens their eyes in more ways than one!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis highly acclaimed, award-winning story is the perfect tale, combining a fun, whimsical style that will keep kids engaged, while underscoring important themes such as the value of individuality and appreciating nature and the Earth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the best-selling author of \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe Snow Monster\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe Little Green Jacket\u003c\/span\u003e, comes a new, engaging character that anyone who dares to be different will instantly relate to, in a book that children will want to read over and over again, and will cherish for years.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jodi Dee Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42872143511632,"sku":"9781736209332B","price":11.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781736209332-l.jpg?v=1785872911"},{"product_id":"superhero-playbook-lessons-in-life-from-your-favorite-superh-9781947458765b","title":"Superhero Playbook: Lessons in Life From Your Favorite Superheroes","description":"Do you want to be a great leader like Black Panther, or perhaps a great warrior striving for peace like Wonder Woman? You can be that and much more without even having the superpowers of Captain Marvel or Spider-Man. This book has all the lessons you need to face school, home, sports and more - and become an all-around great super person. Remember: What makes you different makes you great. You are more than your mistakes. Protect those who need it. Take care of the planet. And, above all, love and respect yourself. Be you, be better, and learn life lessons from your favorite superheroes.","brand":"Duo Press, LLC.","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42872463949904,"sku":"9781947458765B","price":7.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781947458765-l.jpg?v=1785873275"},{"product_id":"hello-my-name-is-poop-9781638490128b","title":"Hello, My Name is Poop","description":"\u003cb\u003ePoop is a normal kid, with normal problems— you know, parents, homework, bullies. He used to have a normal name, too. But then he moved to a new school, and everything went down the toilet. That’s the bad news. The good news: Turns out some names are special. Some names come with powers. Turns out those bullies really stepped in it.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSOMETIMES BEING A KID CAN REALLY STINK.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Will Poupé becomes the new target of bullies at his middle school. All day long, they call him Poop. However, when Icky the Janitor reveals himself to be a wizard in disguise, Will learns that there are Names of Power – if you are given one of these names, you gain certain abilities. Poop is one of those names. He now has powers that he could use to get back at the bullies! But power – even poop power – is exactly what can turn someone into a bully. With some help from his friends, Will must find a way to use his fantastic farting magic for good.","brand":"Wonderbound","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42818811428944,"sku":"9781638490128B","price":6.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781638490128-l.jpg?v=1785873396"},{"product_id":"world-made-of-glass-9780316462143b","title":"World Made of Glass","description":"\u003cb\u003eAn “inspiring” (\u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review), “heartfelt” (\u003ci\u003eThe Horn Book\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review) coming-of-age novel about a girl finding her way to activism in the early years of the AIDS pandemic, from award-winning author Ami Polonsky.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Iris tries to act normal at school, going through the motions and joking around with her friends. But nothing is normal, and sometimes it feels like she’ll never laugh again. How can she, when her dad is dying of a virus that’s off-limits to talk about? When she knows that soon all she’ll have left of her kind, loving dad are memories, photos, and a binder full of the poems they used to exchange?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In a sea of rage and grief, Iris resolves to speak out against the rampant fear, misinformation, and prejudice surrounding AIDS—and find the pieces of Dad that she never knew before. Along the way, Iris might just find new sides to herself.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Critically-acclaimed author Ami Polonsky has crafted a lyrical, tender, earth-shattering novel that will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page.","brand":"Little Brown and Company","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42872897667152,"sku":"9780316462143B","price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780316462143-l.jpg?v=1785873441"},{"product_id":"the-invisible-boy-9781848127999b","title":"The Invisible Boy","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eA powerful contemporary novel for readers of 11+ about slavery, friendship and standing up for what is right.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the author of the UKLA Book Award-winning THE ELEVENTH TRADE comes a second novel with a powerful modern message - for readers of 11+.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwelve-year-old Nadia has discovered a new and dangerous secret: she is lonely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen two things happen that change everything. She meets Eli, who she suspects may be a superhero, and she finds a strange letter under the dried juniper branches.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe next day Nadia gathers her courage to take the letter to Eli. But something about Eli's family is very strange. Why doesn't he let her step close to the house? And is her new friend hiding his own secrets?","brand":"Piccadilly Press Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42818883387472,"sku":"9781848127999B","price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781848127999-l.jpg?v=1785873745"},{"product_id":"stay-strong-an-activity-book-for-young-people-who-are-experi-9781787413245b","title":"Stay Strong: An Activity Book for Young People Who Are Experiencing Bullying","description":"The encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle the feelings of being bullied, teased and overwhelmed; children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings and work out how to cope with these emotions through writing, colouring, doodling and drawing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe quirky illustrations will keep the reader entertained and focused as they work through the book, or simply dip into the pages for ten minutes of calm colouring.","brand":"Templar Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819048996944,"sku":"9781787413245B","price":7.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781787413245-l.jpg?v=1785874421"},{"product_id":"we-can-be-brave-how-we-learn-to-be-brave-in-life-s-decisive-9798217113811b","title":"We Can Be Brave: How We Learn to Be Brave in Life's Decisive Moments","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAs seen on CNN's \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eAmanpour\u003c\/span\u003e, CBS \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eMornings\u003c\/span\u003e, and MSNBC's \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eMorning Joe!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBishop Mariann Edgar Budde is no stranger to bravery in the face of bullies. In this adaptation of her \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/span\u003e bestselling \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHow We Learn to Be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life and Faith\u003c\/span\u003e, Bishop Budde and acclaimed novelist Bryan Bliss share lessons in how to learn to be brave in life’s hardest moments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe decisive moments in life—even in the life of a young person—are those pivot points when we’re called on to push past our fears and act courageously in the face of injustice and bullying. In \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eHow We Learn to Be Brave\u003c\/span\u003e, Bishop Mariann Budde shows readers examples of how to respond even in the toughest times. Bravery is not a singular occurrence; it’s a journey that we can choose to undertake every day and it begins when we're young.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBudde explores the range of decisive moments people of all ages encounter, from the most visible and dramatic (the decision to go), to the internal and personal (the decision to stay), to brave choices made with an eye toward the future (the decision to start), those born of suffering (the decision to accept that which we did not choose), and those that come as surprises (the decision to step up to the plate). Drawing on examples relevant to young readers ranging from Harry Potter to Martin Luther King Jr., she weaves together personal experiences with stories from scripture, history, and pop culture of how adults and kids throughout history have faced these moments and heeded the call to be brave in challenging times.","brand":"Dutton Children's Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42871966892112,"sku":"9798217113811B","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9798217113811-l.jpg?v=1785875251"},{"product_id":"weirdo-9781250772879b","title":"Weirdo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom rising star Tony Weaver, Jr. comes a middle-grade graphic novel memoir about an awkward preteen who loves all things geeky but struggles with mental health issues and self-doubt, perfect for fans of Jerry Craft's \u003ci\u003eNew Kid.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEleven-year-old Tony Weaver, Jr. loves comic books, anime, and video games, and idolizes the heroic, larger-than-life characters he finds there. But his new classmates all think he’s a weirdo. Bullied by his peers, Tony struggles with the hurt of not being accepted and tries to conform to other people's expectations. After a traumatic event shakes him to his core, he embarks on a journey of self love that will require him to become the hero of his own story. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWeirdo\u003c\/i\u003e is a triumphant, witty, and comedic story for any kid who's ever felt awkward, left out, or like they don't belong. An adolescence survival guide that will give every reader the confidence to make it to the other side.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"First Second","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42868069466192,"sku":"9781250772879B","price":8.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781250772879-l.jpg?v=1785875310"},{"product_id":"the-vanishing-friend-the-wish-library-bk-5-9780807581001b","title":"The Vanishing Friend (The Wish Library, Bk. 5)","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhen Luca's cabinmate wishes to disappear because of bullying, Raven and Luca use their knowledge of wishes—and friendship—to bring him back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen Raven and Luca go to sleepaway camp, they can't wait to have a week with no parents, no school, and, most of all, no trouble from magical wishes. At Redwood Rescue Farm, they’ll take care of animals, meet new friends, and enjoy the awesome scenery. But when Luca’s cabinmate vanishes and the camp leaders magically forget about him, Raven and Luca suspect there’s more to the camp than meets the eye. Is there a Wish Library among the redwoods?","brand":"Albert Whitman \u0026 Company","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819304095824,"sku":"9780807581001B","price":7.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780807581001-l.jpg?v=1785875362"},{"product_id":"the-friend-thief-diary-of-a-5th-grade-outlaw-bk-2-9781524855741b","title":"The Friend Thief (Diary of a 5th Grade Outlaw, Bk. 2)","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIn Book 2 of the \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eDiary of a 5th Grade Outlaw\u003c\/span\u003e series, life is going great for Robin Loxley—until a friend thief comes along and threatens to ruin everything!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter her victory over Nadia, the playground bully, Robin has her old best friend back, plus a whole gang of new friends! But when that Nadia tries to steal away all of the people she holds dear, will Robin be able to keep her band of merry misfits together? Find out in Robin's second illustrated diary—a tell-all about growing up, dealing with bullies, and trying to do what’s right.","brand":"Andrews McMeel Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819349774416,"sku":"9781524855741B","price":8.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781524855741-l.jpg?v=1785875533"},{"product_id":"loudmouth-george-and-the-sixth-grade-bully-9781575055497b","title":"Loudmouth George and the Sixth-Grade Bully","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThe first day of school can be scary enough as it is without a bully stealing your lunch! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAnd that's just what happens to poor George when he runs into Big Mike, the sixth-grade bully, on the walk to school. Every day George is tormented—not to mention hungry—and too afraid to tell anyone, until his good friend Harriet steps in and helps George give Big Mike a taste of his own medicine.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Carolrhoda Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819387883600,"sku":"9781575055497B","price":6.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781575055497-l.jpg?v=1785875698"},{"product_id":"troll-stinks-9781512439489b","title":"Troll Stinks","description":"Two billy goats discover the perils of making assumptions and acting on prejudice in a timely tale about online bullying. By the author of \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eUpside Down Babies\u003c\/span\u003e and the illustrator of the \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eLittle Princess\u003c\/span\u003e series.","brand":"Andersen Press","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819395321936,"sku":"9781512439489B","price":11.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781512439489-l.jpg?v=1785875725"},{"product_id":"we-care-a-first-conversation-about-justice-first-conversatio-9780593750612b","title":"We Care: A First Conversation About Justice (First Conversations)","description":"\u003cb\u003eBased on the research that race, gender, justice, and other important topics should be discussed with toddlers on up, this read-aloud series offers adults the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeveloped by experts in the fields of early childhood and activism, this topic-driven picture book offers clear, concrete language and compelling imagery to introduce the concept of justice. This book aims to ground the idea of justice within the responsibilities and benefits of being part of a healthy community.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile young children are avid observers and questioners of their world, adults often shut down or postpone conversations on complicated topics because it's hard to know where to begin. Research shows that talking about tough issues from the age of two not only helps children understand what they see, but also increases self-awareness, self-esteem, and allows them to recognize and confront things that are unfair, like discrimination and prejudice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese books offer a supportive approach that considers both the child and the adult. Stunning art accompanies the simple and interactive text, and the backmatter offers additional resources and ideas for extending this discussion.","brand":"Penguin Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42868957315152,"sku":"9780593750612B","price":9.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780593750612-l.jpg?v=1785875730"},{"product_id":"a-field-guide-to-broken-promises-9781547613069b","title":"A Field Guide to Broken Promises","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIn this heartfelt follow-up to her critically acclaimed novel \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe Things We Miss\u003c\/span\u003e, Leah Stecher explores the pressure of living up to perfection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen Evie Steinberg's family moves right before seventh grade, she promises her dad that she'll make sure everything goes perfectly. Maybe if she keeps her promise, he'll finally forgive her for accidentally ruining the biggest moment of his cryptozoology career last spring.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect means taking care of her little sister, fitting in at her new school, and never complaining or causing problems. Perfect definitely doesn't mean being bullied by a girl who's turning the whole school against her and failing math class.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvie needs to fix her life before anyone finds out she's struggling. When she uses her cryptozoologist skills to figure out the real reason her bully decided to target her, Evie realizes that she holds the key to fixing everything. She just needs proof. But how far is Evie willing to go to reveal the truth?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tender and imaginative middle grade novel combines a fast-paced plot and reluctant reader appeal with explorations of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and bullying.","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42872644993104,"sku":"9781547613069B","price":10.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781547613069-l.jpg?v=1785875765"},{"product_id":"sensitive-9781728450926b","title":"Sensitive","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\"You feel way too much.\" \/ \"Will you stop being dramatic?\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tender picture book follows a girl who is told she is too intense, too sensitive, too much. She's told to grow a thicker skin, but the words of others slip right through. They somersault around inside and press against her heart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat can she do to stop the hurt?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShe needs to take time alone to think and read, rest and create.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThoughtful text, detailed collage illustrations, and an unexpected word puzzle combine in Sara Levine and Mehrdokht Amini's moving portrayal of a girl who discovers that what others call a weakness can also be a gift.","brand":"Carolrhoda Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819457646672,"sku":"9781728450926B","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781728450926-l.jpg?v=1785875986"},{"product_id":"howard-b-wigglebottom-learns-about-bullies-howard-b-wigglebo-9780971539037b","title":"Howard B. Wigglebottom Learns About Bullies (Howard B. Wigglebottom)","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHoward was being bullied at school. His intuition told him to let the teacher know. Instead he chose different strategies and they all failed. He finally told the teacher and she took action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBullying starts in kindergarten and gets intense in middle school. Empower K-2 students with the right thing to do before bad habits form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePARENTS CAN HELP by giving the same answers as the teacher to these questions...What is bullying? The right thing to do if bullied or see someone else being bullied? What to do if the teacher is told and bullying continues?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMore children will do the right thing, if more know the right thing to do… and the incidents of bullying will decrease.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese books that are educator and counselor approved, deliver light-handed, fun educational messages with lots of humor and colorful, engaging illustrations. They enable children ages 4-8 to become better listeners, learn important life lessons, and feel good about themselves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe We Do Listen Foundation is helping millions of children listen better to others, their hearts, feelings, bodies, and to intuition, the little voice in their head. FREE download discussion ideas, poster, video, song and interactive questions. www.wedolisten.org\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo one ever gets in trouble for too much listening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHave a good listening day or the day of your choice.","brand":"Thunderbolt Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819473899600,"sku":"9780971539037B","price":9.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780971539037-l.jpg?v=1785876067"},{"product_id":"the-lunch-thief-a-story-of-hunger-homelessness-and-friendshi-9780884488378b","title":"The Lunch Thief: A Story of Hunger, Homelessness and Friendship","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSkipping Stones Honor Award\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRafael is hungry—because someone stole his lunch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe Lunch Thief can be used for curriculum centered on nonviolence and peacemaking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis mom had packed his lunch bag with two burritos, a bag of corn chips, some carrots, and an apple. Once a week she tucks in a slice of her special lemon pound cake. Rafael saw Kevin, a new kid in his class, sneak his lunch bag from underneath his desk and tuck it in his backpack. But how can he do something about the theft without picking a fight? Inspired by his mother's advice to “Use your mouth before your fists,” Rafael bides his time, but other kids' lunches are disappearing, too. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eOn an errand with his mom, Rafael sees Kevin carrying a bundle of laundry into a motel room, and his mom tells him Kevin's family might be one of the families who lost their homes in the recent wildfires. Rafael rethinks his anger. The next day, instead of accusing Kevin, Rafael invites him to share his lunch, letting Kevin know he's been caught, but offering friendship as well as lunch. \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tilbury House Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819535863888,"sku":"9780884488378B","price":6.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780884488378-l.jpg?v=1785876312"},{"product_id":"bye-bye-pesky-fly-9781433828553b","title":"Bye Bye Pesky Fly","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\"\u003ePig was having a feel-good kind of day. Pig was just hanging around, thinking about his favorite things. Sunshine, rainbows, and the feel of cool mud on a hot summer day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen out of the blue came a Pesky Fly,\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat Pesky Fly buzzed around Pig’s nose.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe buzzed around Pig’s ears.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuddenly Pig’s peaceful, feel-good day wasn’t so peaceful anymore. Pig needs to figure out the best way to handle it, instead of yelling or swatting . . . that wouldn’t be kind! Fly needs to figure out how to better interact with his friends and respect Pig’s space, and decides Pig is a good friend to have! Pig and Fly work through their problem and move on to having a feel-good day . . . together!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncludes a Note to Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals with more information on helping children deal with frustration and build positive relationships.","brand":"Magination Press","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819614736464,"sku":"9781433828553B","price":10.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781433828553-l.jpg?v=1785876633"},{"product_id":"ordinary-mary-s-positively-extraordinary-day-9781423653455b","title":"Ordinary Mary's Positively Extraordinary Day","description":"Can one child's good deed change the whole school? It can if that child is an extraordinarily positive girl named Mary.\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWatch what happens when Mary uses kind words on the school bus to defend another child from teasing. Not only does she gain a friend but her good deed quickly multiplies! Bullies change into friends, frowns turn into smiles, doubt changes to confidence, and bad days become good ones.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAs kindness spreads on this positively ordinary day, it touches other students, the teachers, the principal, and the lunch lady. Each caring action prompts another one until there are too many to count! Mary never guessed that her first kind deed that day would reach farther than could ever be imagined! Would you?\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gibbs Smith Publishers","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819695018064,"sku":"9781423653455B","price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781423653455-l.jpg?v=1785876972"},{"product_id":"so-over-sharing-9780593857410b","title":"So Over Sharing","description":"\u003cb\u003eIn this timely contemporary middle grade novel from award-winning author Elissa Brent Weissman, two girls find their private struggles against their influencer mothers going very public\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuiet, introverted Hadley and rough-around-the-edges Willow have one big main thing in common: both their moms have gained a huge online following sharing every detail of their lives. Hadley’s mom—Phoebe of @PhoebeAndJay fame—loves to share all the terrible, down and dirty bits about raising kids while Willow’s mom Rosalind at the up-and-coming @MoonbeamsAndMarigold basks in the glow of motherhood.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf getting all her life's moments (including an almost decade old viral potty training video) shared online isn't enough, Hadley’s starting a new school in a new neighborhood and desperately trying to keep her mom’s identity a secret while Willow is struggling with a recent life-changing announcement from her mom who, it turns out, is not getting out of the influencer world anytime soon. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs the two girls build a friendship on a private Instagram page and share the pains of having a momfluencers, they come up against the same question—how long will they have to share their lives with everyone?","brand":"Dial Books for Young Readers","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42869312716880,"sku":"9780593857410B","price":10.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780593857410-l.jpg?v=1785876988"},{"product_id":"the-diamond-explorer-9781984816337b","title":"The Diamond Explorer","description":"\u003cb\u003eFrom APALA-winning author and Guggenheim Fellow Kao Kalia Yang, a middle-grade debut about a Hmong American boy's struggle to find a place for himself in America and in the world of his ancestors.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMalcolm is the youngest child of Hmong refugees, and he was born over a decade after his youngest sibling, giving him a unique perspective on his complicated immigrant family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the first part of the story, we meet Malcolm as an elementary school kid through the eyes of the adults in his life—his parents and siblings, but also the white teachers at his Minnesota schools. As middle school begins, we encounter Malcolm in his own words, and suddenly we see that this \"quiet, slow Hmong boy\" is anything but. Malcolm is a gifted collector of his family's stories and tireless seeker of his own place within an evolving Hmong American culture, and his journey toward becoming a shaman like his grandparents before him is inspiring and revelatory.","brand":"Dutton Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42872449204304,"sku":"9781984816337B","price":10.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781984816337-l.jpg?v=1785876990"},{"product_id":"rez-kid-9781525311253b","title":"Rez Kid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA celebration of traditional ways of life and the power of sharing what we have.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e”Rez kid!“ The girl ignores the taunt as she hurries to the back of the school bus. She just wants to get home to the reservation, where she can feel safe. One by one, she tells her mom, nóhkom, moshum and aunty about what happened. And one by one they offer her advice on what to do. Each one has a different idea, but each idea is the same at heart: share something from the reservation with the other children. The girl listens, but decides to come up with her own idea. And, as with everything else about her life as a rez kid, her idea grows out of all she has been given by those who came before her.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAndrea Landry has written a beautiful story that celebrates Indigenous ways of life and encourages readers to be proud of who they are. The traditions practiced on the girl’s reservation are showcased as she beads, harvests medicine, gardens and rides horseback with her elders. Isabella Fassler’s stunning art, with swirls of bold colors, evokes the majesty and splendor of nature. The message of showing kindness in response to aggression offers a powerful lesson for all readers. This book could augment social studies lessons on Indigenous cultures and character education conversations about courage, compassion and inclusiveness. An author’s note gives a brief history of reservations\/reserves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kids Can Press","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42870149087312,"sku":"9781525311253B","price":10.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781525311253-l.jpg?v=1785877347"},{"product_id":"a-kind-of-spark-9781913311056b","title":"A Kind of Spark","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eA KIND OF SPARK tells the story of 11-year-old Addie as she campaigns for a memorial in memory of the witch trials that took place in her Scottish hometown. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAddie knows there's more to the story of these 'witches', just like there is more to hers. Can Addie challenge how the people in her town see her, and her autism, and make her voice heard?\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Knights Of","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819898474576,"sku":"9781913311056B","price":7.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781913311056-l.jpg?v=1785877751"},{"product_id":"the-dubious-pranks-of-shaindy-goodman-9781646145201b","title":"The Dubious Pranks of Shaindy Goodman","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShaindy Goodman is twelve, part of an Orthodox Jewish community, and feels isolated: she doesn’t have good friends, and school is a struggle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHer neighbor Gayil is everything Shaindy longs to be: socially adept, confident, and doing well academically. The two don’t have much to do with each other—until one September evening, Shaindy looks out her window and sees Gayil holding a sign: “Want to know a secret?” \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe secret turns out to be that Gayil has a school key fob, which they use to sneak into the school after hours. Together, Shaindy and Gayil plan a harmless prank in their classroom. But things escalate. What began as mischief gradually becomes targeted pranks and humiliations aimed at certain girls. Shaindy becomes increasingly uncomfortable. She worries which girls are being targeted—and whether she herself might be next. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThroughout, Shaindy wrestles with loyalty, regret, fear, and her own moral compass: how much should she go along? When is she responsible for stopping what’s gone too far? And what does it mean to stand up for fairness, even at risk?\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Levine Querido","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819956965456,"sku":"9781646145201B","price":7.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781646145201-l.jpg?v=1785877977"},{"product_id":"being-miss-nobody-9781474927277b","title":"Being Miss Nobody","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e... I am Miss Nobody.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRosalind hates her new secondary school. She's the weird girl who doesn't talk. The Mute-ant. And it's easy to pick on someone who can't fight back. So Rosalind starts a blog - Miss Nobody; a place to speak up, a place where she has a voice. But there's a problem...\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIs Miss Nobody becoming a bully herself?","brand":"Usborne Publishing Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42819975741520,"sku":"9781474927277B","price":7.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781474927277-l.jpg?v=1785878042"},{"product_id":"tropical-terry-9781529523324b","title":"Tropical Terry","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBank Street College Best Children's Book of the Year\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTerry wants to stand out. But, in Coral Reef City, it's sometimes better to blend in...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoral Reef City is home to the most dazzling shoals of tropical fish in ALL the ocean. And then there is Terry. Terry looks grey. Terry feels dull. And although he is the best at playing \"Hide A Fish\", he can't help but wonder: Just what would it feel like to be part of that dashing, flashing crew? So, with the help of his friends, he fashions a flashy costume and is ready to impress... “Hello-o-o everybody! Just call me TROPICAL Terry!” But will life as a tropical fish be everything he always dreamed of?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith his trademark humour and vibrant art, the award-winning Jarvis tells a heart-warming comedy of self-esteem; a story about learning to love your own scales and take pride in what makes you different.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\"A story about remembering who you are.\" \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eDaily Post (Wales)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“[…] the illustrations are beautifully psychedelic […] will make little ones rather keen to draw their own underwater world.” \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eGrimsby Telegraph\/Bristol Post\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Witty, warm and has a cast of characters made for doing funny voices.\" \u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eGurgle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Walker Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42820017225808,"sku":"9781529523324B","price":7.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781529523324-l.jpg?v=1785878199"},{"product_id":"justin-and-the-bully-ready-to-read-level-2-9781442457188b","title":"Justin and the Bully (Ready-to-Read, Level 2)","description":"Justin is thrilled to be on a soccer team. But at his very first practice, he is approached by a tall girl who calls him \"Shorty.\" She tells him he's too little to be on the team and that he should just go home. Justin doesn't know what to do. He loves soccer, but he doesn't want to be teased. How do you deal with a bully?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eChildren will love this inspirational Level 2 Ready-to-Read featuring the Dungy children, written by Tony and Lauren Dungy.","brand":"Simon and Schuster","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42820017422416,"sku":"9781442457188B","price":3.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781442457188-l.jpg?v=1785878199"},{"product_id":"our-own-little-paradise-9781646900183b","title":"Our Own Little Paradise","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003cb\u003eCould summer in your neighborhood turn out to be better than an exotic holiday overseas? Ina and her new neighbor Vilmer are about to find out…\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNora has no plans for the summer. Suddenly, she finds herself lying in front of the entire class, telling them she is going to the Mediterranean for three weeks. And then the lie keeps growing and growing via social media. The only problem is that the new boy in class has moved to Nora's neighborhood and he will easily find out that she is not in the Mediterranean. Perhaps the best summer holiday is the one you thought would be the worst?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A warm, believable story about friendship, first love, and social media from Norwegian author Marianne Kaurin.","brand":"Arctis Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42869122138192,"sku":"9781646900183B","price":8.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781646900183-l.jpg?v=1785878707"},{"product_id":"a-glimmer-of-change-9780593902462b","title":"A Glimmer of Change","description":"\u003cb\u003eThirteen-year-old Keedie Darrow is used to bullies. Growing up neurodivergent makes you an easy target. But when her friends fall victim, Keedie launches an anti-bullying agency—and business is booming. A moving and inclusive prequel to the award-winning novel \u003ci\u003eA Kind of Spark.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeedie Darrow has never been afraid of standing out. Her autism makes it clear she sees the world differently from others. But ever since Keedie and her twin sister Nina entered middle school, NOT standing out seems to be the only thing that matters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd the more Nina tries to fit in, the less Keedie understands her--or her classmates who become increasingly cruel to anyone who is different. Determined to take a stand, Keedie launches an anti-bullying agency. Soon, kids are lining up to have her tell off their biggest nemeses. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut Keedie will have to be careful. It's a fine line between speaking up for what you believe in and becoming a bully yourself.","brand":"Random House Children's Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42870763225168,"sku":"9780593902462B","price":10.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780593902462-l.jpg?v=1785878726"},{"product_id":"the-wild-cat-mr-badger-and-mrs-fox-bk-6-9781541500877b","title":"The Wild Cat (Mr. Badger and Mrs. Fox, Bk. 6)","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGinger the fox can't wait to see Sylvester the Wild Cat, who puts on daring shows across the forest. Neither can her badger siblings, Grub, Bristle, and Berry. But when Ginger tries some fancy tricks herself, Sylvester says hurtful things. He even teases her about living with badgers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Wild Cat's mean words make Ginger wonder if she's a true fox. She sets out to find other animals like her. But she's about to learn that there's nothing better than being who you are . . .","brand":"Lerner Publications","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42820172546128,"sku":"9781541500877B","price":5.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781541500877-l.jpg?v=1785878776"},{"product_id":"weirdo-9781250772862b","title":"Weirdo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom rising star Tony Weaver, Jr. comes a middle-grade graphic novel memoir about an awkward preteen who loves all things geeky but struggles with mental health issues and self-doubt, perfect for fans of Jerry Craft's \u003ci\u003eNew Kid.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEleven-year-old Tony Weaver, Jr. loves comic books, anime, and video games, and idolizes the heroic, larger-than-life characters he finds there. But his new classmates all think he’s a weirdo. Bullied by his peers, Tony struggles with the hurt of not being accepted and tries to conform to other people's expectations. After a traumatic event shakes him to his core, he embarks on a journey of self love that will require him to become the hero of his own story. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWeirdo\u003c\/i\u003e is a triumphant, witty, and comedic story for any kid who's ever felt awkward, left out, or like they don't belong. An adolescence survival guide that will give every reader the confidence to make it to the other side.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"First Second","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42820205314128,"sku":"9781250772862B","price":12.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781250772862-l.jpg?v=1785878907"},{"product_id":"samira-s-worst-best-summer-9780063024946b","title":"Samira's Worst (Best) Summer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the author of \u003cem\u003eAhmed Aziz’s Epic Year\u003c\/em\u003e comes another wryly humorous tween novel about finding belonging in an unexpected place. A must-read for fans of Hena Khan, Kelly Yang, and Karina Yan Glaser.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSamira knows this is going to be the worst summer ever. Her best friend, Kiera, ditched her for the cool girls. Her parents and older sister are taking a trip to India, so Sammy is staring down endless weeks spent with Imran, her little brother, and her Umma. To top it all off—literally!—her house gets TP’d. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe TP’ing upsets Imran, who is convinced that they’re being targeted because they’re the only brown family on the block. When Sammy attempts to solve the problem, she creates a bigger mess instead. But she also meets new girl Alice, who is determined to figure out who was behind the TP’ing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuddenly, Sammy’s “boring” summer is full of clue-finding hunts, garage band practices, and getting to know her neighbors like never before. But when Kiera starts stealing Alice away, Sammy must decide if she wants to stand up for herself. One thing is certain: This summer is either going to be the worst (or maybe the best) of Samira’s life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quill Tree Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42820374790224,"sku":"9780063024946B","price":10.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780063024946-l.jpg?v=1785879507"},{"product_id":"severe-and-unusual-weather-9780063207783b","title":"Severe and Unusual Weather","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIn this poignant novel, a young girl leaves her troubled home and, while investigating a destructive tornado with the class outcast, learns the importance of letting her guard down. A must-read for fans of Erin Entrada Kelly, Dan Gemeinhart, and Corey Ann Haydu. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNadine has rules for surviving as the new kid:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your head down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMind your own business.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDon’t stick your neck out for anyone. Especially not for Francis Pepper, the boy everyone in school picks on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003eNadine just wants to get through the rest of the year without any trouble. She knows that once her mom is out of rehab, it’ll be back to the unpredictable in Chicago.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut when she’s paired with Francis for a project about Centralia, Illinois, her new hometown, she’s drawn to his story. Francis was born the exact day that a tornado, the Great Tornado of the New Millennium (GTNM), destroyed the area. The cyclone even killed his mom. Then Nadine finds a mysterious book that contains instructions for channeling weather. Before she can blink, she and Francis are caught in the swirling whispers and lies that surround the GTNM.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTry as they might, they can’t figure out two things: Who would want to summon a tornado to Centralia? And why would they want to hurt Francis’s family?","brand":"Quill Tree Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42870317973584,"sku":"9780063207783B","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780063207783-l.jpg?v=1785879549"},{"product_id":"the-extraordinary-orbit-of-alex-ramirez-9780593859315b","title":"The Extraordinary Orbit of Alex Ramirez","description":"\u003cb\u003eA powerful debut   novel in verse about a neurodivergent seventh grader who dreams of traveling to the stars one day.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e“This story is about a boy who is certain of his own magic in the midst of the doubtful adults around him. A kid who knows not even the sky, but the stars are the limit. Which makes Paulino's debut...extraordinary.” —Jason Reynolds, author of National Book Award finalist \u003ci\u003eLook Both Ways \u003c\/i\u003eand Newbery Honor Book \u003ci\u003eLong Way Down\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeventh grader Alex's favorite things to do are watching YouTube videos of rocket launches with his Papi and spending hours on the NASA website reading about astronauts and planets. He even dreams of going to space one day himself, and knows he'll have to study hard in order to get there.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut Alex is in his grade's SC (self-contained) classroom, which means doing the same dull worksheets every day and reading books his sister read back in the third grade. Worst of all, being in SC means nobody thinks he's ready to join Ms. Rosef's mainstream science class—the class Alex knows will be the first step on his path to NASA.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen his teacher says \"not yet\" for the millionth time, Alex decides it's time to make a change. Now he's ready to try everything he can to get the people in his life—his teachers, his parents, and the kids at school—to understand that he, Alex Ramirez, is capable of the extraordinary.","brand":"G. P. Putnam's Sons","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42868908818512,"sku":"9780593859315B","price":10.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780593859315-l.jpg?v=1785879724"},{"product_id":"nino-cuervo-9781880507612b","title":"Nino Cuervo","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpanish Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eA shy Japanese boy having difficulty adjusting to school is misjudged by his classmates.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lectorum Publications","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42820441505872,"sku":"9781880507612B","price":4.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781880507612-l.jpg?v=1785879766"},{"product_id":"free-to-be-fabulous-9780063239685b","title":"Free to Be Fabulous","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn exuberant and affirming picture book about self-expression, allyship, and celebrating differences.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDaniel is obsessed with his favorite pop star Fabulina and can’t wait to show off his signature shimmy-kick to her biggest hit “Strong, Brave, Free” at the school talent show. After winning the talent show, Daniel feels euphoric. But Daniel soon realizes that not everyone loves his shimmy-kick. The Mean notices with persistent jokes, whispering, and harmful words. Daniel begins to feel small, never wanting to shimmy-kick again. He hides. But with the help of his friends and his fans, Daniel emerges—all eyes on him—dancing in the face of the Mean, in solidarity with his classmates. Strong. Brave. Free.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clarion Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42872448090192,"sku":"9780063239685B","price":5.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780063239685-l.jpg?v=1785880104"},{"product_id":"trouble-talk-9781582462400b","title":"Trouble Talk","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMaya's friend Bailey loves to talk about everything and everyone. At first, Maya thinks Bailey is funny. But when Bailey's talk leads to harmful rumors and hurt feelings, Maya begins to think twice about their friendship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn her fourth book for children, relational aggression expert Trudy Ludwig acquaints readers with the damaging consequences of \"trouble talk\"-talking to others about someone else's troubles in order to establish connection and gain attention. Includes additional resources for kids, parents, and teachers, as well as advice from Trudy about how to combat trouble talk. Trudy Ludwig's books  have sold more than 50,000 copies. Includes foreword by Dr. Charisse L. Nixon, author of \u003ci\u003eGirl Wars: 12 Strategies That Will End Female Bullying.\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Tricycle Press","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42820615929936,"sku":"9781582462400B","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781582462400-l.jpg?v=1785880444"},{"product_id":"desmond-and-the-very-mean-word-9780763652296b","title":"Desmond and the Very Mean Word","description":"\u003cb\u003eBased on a true story from Archbishop Desmond Tutu’s childhood in South Africa, \u003ci\u003eDesmond and the Very Mean Word\u003c\/i\u003e reveals the power of words and the secret of forgiveness.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e When Desmond takes his new bicycle out for a ride through his neighborhood, his pride and joy turn to hurt and anger when a group of boys shout a very mean word at him. He first responds by shouting an insult, but soon discovers that fighting back with mean words doesn’t make him feel any better. With the help of kindly Father Trevor, Desmond comes to understand his conflicted feelings and see that all people deserve compassion, whether or not they say they are sorry. Brought to vivid life in A. G. Ford’s energetic illustrations, this heartfelt, relatable story conveys timeless wisdom about how to handle bullying and angry feelings, while seeing the good in everyone.","brand":"Candlewick Press","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42820628971600,"sku":"9780763652296B","price":10.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9780763652296-l.jpg?v=1785880490"},{"product_id":"the-trouble-with-earth-9798765625293b","title":"The Trouble With Earth","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhy didn't the other planets invite Earth to their vacation? Soon they'll find out the wonderful truth about Earth's \"fleas\" and change their minds . . .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEarth turns up on the vacation she wasn't invited to and finds all the other planets in the solar system in the hot tub—even Pluto! Then she discovers exactly why: it looks like she has FLEAS! Yuck. Earth asks everyone to take a look inside her atmosphere, and they're amazed by what they see . . . birds, fish, creatures galore, and yes, even fleas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe Trouble with Earth\u003c\/span\u003e is the perfect story to teach us to be kind and less quick to judge others.","brand":"Andersen Press","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42820654071888,"sku":"9798765625293B","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9798765625293-l.jpg?v=1785880586"},{"product_id":"sometimes-you-have-to-say-no-how-to-set-and-respect-limitati-9781510777033b","title":"Sometimes You Have to Say No: How to Set and Respect Limitations","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe perfect tool to teach children how to respond to set their own limitations and respect limits set by others. \u003ci\u003eSometimes You Have to Say No \u003c\/i\u003eprovides parents, grandparents, teachers, and caregivers the opportunity to speak with children about this important topic.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSometimes you're not interested in performing a task, going somewhere, or speaking to someone, so you say no.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut whenever Matilda, Emil, Lukas, and Taya refuse a piece of cake from their neighbor Mrs. Rose, she is offended.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWouldn't it be better if everyone always said yes to everything? This way, no one would ever be sad or disappointed again!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen a mysterious wish on a shooting star magically makes the word \u003ci\u003eno\u003c\/i\u003e disappear, the children and their neighbors realize that life without saying no just isn't as enjoyable as they had envisioned.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In \u003ci\u003eSometimes You Have to Say No\u003c\/i\u003e, award-winning author and illustrator Dagmar Geisler draws attention to what could be a sensitive subject to some and provides advice for not only the children who are often feel pressured to say yes, but also those who live and work with them daily, like parents, grandparents, teachers, siblings, and caregivers.","brand":"Sky Pony Press","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42820741562448,"sku":"9781510777033B","price":11.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781510777033-l.jpg?v=1785880948"},{"product_id":"sparkle-boy-9781620142851b","title":"Sparkle Boy","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eYoung Casey loves sparkly things, just like his older sister, who does not approve until an encounter with teasing bullies helps her learn to accept and respect Casey for who he is.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCasey loves to play with his blocks, puzzles, and dump truck, but he also loves things that sparkle, shimmer, and glitter. When his older sister, Jessie, shows off her new shimmery skirt, Casey wants to wear a shimmery skirt too. When Jessie comes home from a party with glittery nails, Casey wants glittery nails too. And when Abuelita visits wearing an armful of sparkly bracelets, Casey gets one to wear, just like Jessie. The adults in Casey's life embrace his interests, but Jessie isn't so sure. Boys aren't supposed to wear sparkly, shimmery, glittery things. Then, when older boys at the library tease Casey for wearing \"girl\" things, Jessie realizes that Casey has the right to be himself and wear whatever he wants. Why can't both she and Casey love all things shimmery, glittery, and sparkly?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere is a sweet, heartwarming story about acceptance, respect, and the freedom to be yourself in a world where any gender expression should be celebrated. Sparkly things are for everyone to enjoy!","brand":"Lee \u0026 Low Books","offers":[{"title":"Bargain","offer_id":42820786520144,"sku":"9781620142851B","price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/8173\/5760\/files\/9781620142851-l.jpg?v=1785881147"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookoutlet.com\/collections\/kids-bullying-and-peer-pressure.oembed","provider":"Book Outlet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}