Author: - Trudy Ludwig
Title: - Just Kidding
Illustrator: - Adam Gustavson
Publisher: - Tricycle Press
Year: - 2006
Format: - Hardcover
Genre: - Contemporary Realistic Fiction
Reading Level: - Assisted
Interest Level: - Early to Middle Elementary
Topics: - Bullying, teasing, new kid
Summary: - Told from the perspective of a new kid who quickly becomes the victim of teasing from a bully, this book simply and effectively addresses the all-too common issue of bullying and teasing. Besides telling a story that demonstrates the hurtfulness of teasing, the book also provides several excellent solutions such as talking to parents and teachers.
Extension Activity: - Students will practice how to address teasing through role-playing situations. Students will rotate between playing the bully, the teacher or parent, the victim, and a friend/witness.
-Students will brainstorm other healthy ways to address bullying and hurtful teasing.
