Chester Racoon and the Big Bad Bully
TeachPeaceNow Book review by Mary Barb Martin
Author Audrey Penn Illustrator Barbara L. Gibson
This title fits this categories
Activist: Ways to stand up to a bully
Classification Picture book
Acceptable grade levels Elementary - Preschool and up
Concepts/ Topics covered in book:
Terrified by a bully, Chester Raccoon does not want to go to school. After his mother tells a story extolling cooperation. a group of friends get together and approach the bully who realizes he can't terrorize a huge group. But instead of attacking him the group asks him to play ball with them. In an overly short, highly optimistic ending the bully softens and never bullies anyone again.
Guiding Questions/Activities
Before reading:
What does the word bully mean to you?
Have you ever been bullied or seen someone being bullied? In this story we will learn one thing you can do to stop bullies.
After reading:
Should you tell an adult if you see someone being bullied or if you are bullied?
Who would you ask to join you in standing up to a bully?
How many people would be a good number to have when facing up to a bully?
Do you think a bully would change his or her behavior as quickly as the badger did?
About the Author
Awards: Author is a New York Times bestselling author for her book The Kissing Hand
Visit Penn's website http://www.audreypenn.com/
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