Recommended by Deb Lawrence, the following books by Free Spirit Press. Available from Free Spirit Press or Amazon.com
- Jamie and Bubbie by Afsaneh Moradian and Maria Bogade, $12.99.
Jamie teaches respectful use of personal pronouns in this lighthearted, multigenerational story. - Lulu and the Hunger Monster. By Erik Talkin and Sheryl Murray. $14.99.
Lulu’s story personalizes the struggles of children experiencing food insecurity and hunger. - Nobody! By Erin Frankel and Paula Heaphy, $9.99
Boys learn to deal with persistent bullying, overcome insecurities, and express feelings without hurting others. - Dare! By Erin Frankel and Paula Heaphy, $9.99
When Jayla first witnesses her friend being bullied, she is too scared to stand up for her friend, but soon she finds the courage to do what’s right. - Weird! By Erin Frankel and Paula Heaphy, $9.99
Colorful, polka-dotted Luisa changes everything about herself to avoid being bullied and learns a valuable lesson in the process. - Accept and value each person. Cheri J. Meiners and Meredith Johnson, $11.99.
Introduce kids to diversity, respecting differences, being inclusive, and appreciating people the way they are.
