readingthroughtheages's review
5.0
This is a really important book. Bullying isn't always in-your-face, loud, mean, and physical. It can be verbal and quiet, but enough to hurt. Ludwig does an amazing job writing books that are important for kids.
scostner's review
3.0
All of Ludwig's books on bullying are good read-alouds and deal with very real issues that students face.
katie0303's review
4.0
This book gives a good segway to open conversation about,what the author calls "relational aggression." We need to be more aware of these secret bullies and be the adult that helps. This is a good book to build that trust.
libraryjen's review
5.0
This story clearly explains what bullying can look and feel like and how to handle it in a positive way. Highly recommended.
wordnerd153's review
3.0
Important message, but very text heavy for a picture book and the writing felt didactic.
deniselynn's review
3.0
A good book that illustrates the harsh and not-so-obvious bullying that goes on among girls.
theresaannalee's review against another edition
5.0
I happened across this book at the library where I work and I SO wish that I'd seen something like this when I was in middle school. My best friend was also my worst bully (for YEARS). She did damage to my self-image and my middle school/high school experience that can never be fully undone. We stopped speaking after graduation, but I wish I'd known sooner that I wasn't in the wrong. Trudy Ludwig very accurately represents the feelings of guilt a little girl feels when her friends start to turn on her; how you start blaming yourself for being "too sensitive" or no fun. I would highly recommend parents share this book with their little ones, whether or not they have friend drama yet. It teaches confidence and self-worth, and reminds kids that you can't go wrong by being open with your parents.
phoebefaragmikhail's review against another edition
5.0
This book started a great conversation with my daughter about what she deals with at school. These issues are happening to girls earlier and earlier in age, and it's important to offer them the tools to deal with these situations.
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