Picture Books
Lucy and the bully
by Claire Alexander

When a mean classmate in preschool wrecks Lucy's artwork, she discovers that they can be friends once he stops being jealous of her.
Not so tall for six
by Dianna Hutts Aston

Courage comes in small packages in a hilarious story that follows Kylie Bell, the smallest one in her first-grade class, as she stands up to a mean bully.
The Bully Blockers Club
by Teresa Bateman

When Lottie Raccoon is bothered by a bully at school named Grant Grizzly, she helps start a club called the Bully Blockers Club, where everyone is welcome. Reprint.
The little bully
by Beth Bracken

When Fred makes fun of Billy at school, Billy has to learn how to deal with his friend's bullying.
Bad astrid
by Eileen Brennan

Bad Astrid has been terrorizing and bullying everyone on her block ever since her family moved in, but when an accident befalls her, it's up to a new neighbor to teach Astrid how to be a friend.
Henry and the bully
by Nancy L. Carlson

When a bully starts stealing Henry's soccer ball at recess, the little mouse doesn't know what to do; after trying to ask for assistance from his mother and teacher, Henry stumbles onto a secret that helps him find his own solution to the bully problem.
Bully
by Judith Caseley

After his mom has a new baby, Jack starts bullying Mickey by stealing his cookies at lunch, breaking his favorite pencil, and tripping him, and Mickey must use humor and kindness to turn Jack back into a friend.
Jake's best thumb
by Ilene Cooper

When he attends kindergarten and gets teased for sucking his thumb, Jake struggles with giving up his favorite pastime until he gets the support he needs to try from some of his newest friends.
Ben rides on
by Matt Davies

Ben rides his new bicycle the very, very long way to school but Adrian Underbite, perhaps the world's largest third-grader, takes the bike anyway and later, when Ben finds Adrian in trouble, he must decide whether or not to help the larcenous bully.
Llama Llama and the bully goat
by Anna Dewdney

Following their teacher's lead, Llama Llama speaks to Gilroy Goat and tells him he should not act like a bully on the playground.
The three billy goats' stuff!
by Bob Hartman

At the playground of the Traditional Academy for Small Furry Animals and the Odd Mythical Creature, an obnoxious troll, who likes to bully his classmates around, goes too far and a big surprise teaches him an important lesson.
The three bully goats
by Leslie Kimmelman

Billy goat brothers Gruff, Ruff, and Tuff are bullies who rule their meadow, but when they cross Little Ogre's bridge and are mean to the baby animals on the other side, they are in for a surprise.
Jungle bullies
by Steven Kroll

To get what they want, the larger jungle animals bully the smaller ones until Mama Monkey shows them all the benefits of sharing.
Stay away from Rat Boy!
by Laurie Lears

Tyler is a bully who enjoys frightening other students, but when his only friend, his class's pet rat, gets out of her cage he needs the help of a human friend, and fast.
Alley oops
by Janice Levy

After getting in trouble for bullying a new boy and having to listen to one of his father's stories, J.J. goes to confront the new boy about telling on him, but he learns they actually have a lot in common.
Thomas the toadilly terrible bully
by Janice Levy

Deciding to become a bully when he feels ignored and left out, Thomas finds the tables turned by a bigger bully whose meanness compels Thomas to team up with other kids and make a new friend.
The ant bully
by John Nickle

Since he cannot fight back against the bigger and meaner Sid, Lucas takes out his anger at being bullied by playing nasty games with ants, but they soon have enough and teach him a lesson about being mean.
The Recess Queen
by Alexis O'Neill

Mean Jean is the biggest bully on the school playground until a new girl arrives and challenges Jean's status as the Recess Queen. By the author of Loud Emily.
Chester Raccoon and the big bad bully
by Audrey Penn

Chester, Ronny, and Cassy Raccoon handle a school bully by approaching him as a group, inviting him to play, and proving that the best way to get rid of an enemy is to make him or her a friend.
Big bad Bruce
by Bill Peet

Bruce, a bear bully, never picks on anyone his own size until he is diminished in more ways than one by a small but very independent witch.
Bully
by Laura Vaccaro Seeger

Interacting with other animals in mean-spirited ways, a little bull calls names and behaves in an intimidating manner until his bullying behavior is brought to his attention. By the Caldecott Honor-winning author of First the Egg.
The bully from the black lagoon
by Mike Thaler

When a boy hears that a noted bully known as Butch Pounder is tranferring to school, he is afraid of the trouble that Butch will cause.
You're mean, Lily Jean!
by Frieda Wishinsky

Sisters Carly and Sandy have always played together, but when Lily moves in next door she only wants to play with Sandy, and insists that if Carly joins them she must be a baby, or a cow, or a dog.
Nonfiction
What to do if you are bullied
by Addy Ferguson

Identifies different types of bullying, describes how bullying can affect people, and details what to do in case one is bullied
Weird!
by Erin Frankel

The three books in the series tell the story of an ongoing case of bullying from three third graders' perspectives and how each character learns to face the challenge with the help of friends, peers and caring adults.
Tough!
by Erin Frankel

The three books in the series tell the story of an ongoing case of bullying from three third graders' perspectives and how each character learns to face the challenge with the help of friends, peers and caring adults.
Jay McGraw's life strategies for dealing with bullies
by Jay McGraw

Offers strategies and tips for identifying and dealing with bullies, taking a stand against them, and learning not to feel victimized through true-to-life scenarios, quizzes, and practical examples.
How to deal with an adult bully
by Addy Ferguson

Discusses bullying and its effects, explains how to deal with adult bullies, and offers suggestions for getting help and repairing self-esteem
How can I deal with bullying? : a book about respect
by Sandra Donovan

Provides information and advice on how to deal with bullies, including how to cope with name-calling, how to stand up to bullies, and how to celebrate Unity Day
Dealing with bullying
by Susan Martineau

Photographs, illustrations, and text provide tips and advice to children on ways to recognize and deal with situations where they are being bullied by others, sharing letters written by children that describe their experiences, and discussing things kidscan do if they are being bullied or see someone else becoming the victim of a bully
Bullying with words : teasing, name-calling, and rumors
by Addy Ferguson

Describes how verbal abuse is a form of bullying, explains why some are bullies while others are the ones being bullied, and discusses how to handle verbal bullying
Confessions of a former bully
by Trudy Ludwig

After Katie gets caught teasing a schoolmate, she's sent to the school counselor to learn how to be a better friend; before long Katie realizes that bullying hurts others as well as herself, in a story told from the point of view of the bullier rather than the bullied, and one that provides kids with real-life tools they can use to identify and stop relational aggression.
Good-bye bully machine
by Debbie Fox

Kids learn what bullying is, why it hurts, and what they can do to end it with this fresh, compelling book including contemporary collage art, lively layout, and straightforward text
What to do when your friends are bullies
by Addy Ferguson

Discusses bullying, describing the different forms that bullying takes, how to determine if friends are bullies, and how to stop them
What to do when your brother or sister is a bully
by Addy Ferguson

Discusses bullying and its effects, explains why siblings bully, and offers suggestions for becoming a bully-free family
Are you a bully?
by Addy Ferguson

Identifies different types of bullying, provides methods to determine if a person is a bully, and includes steps to take to prevent and manage bullying
Bully B.E.A.N.S
by Julia Cook

Winston, the smatest boy in school, finds himself constantly bullied by Bobbette, and it's up to the other members of his class to try and put a stop to it
Parenting Collection
The bully, the bullied, and the bystander : from preschool to high school : how parents and teachers can help break the cycle of violence
by Barbara Coloroso

A guide for parents and educators offers guidance on recognizing bullying behavior while making suggestions on how to appropriately discipline bullies, protect children, and formulate constructive school and community practices.
Bully : an action plan for teachers and parents to combat the bullying crisis
by Lee Hirsch

A companion to the controversial documentary film that is raising awareness about the millions of child victims of bullying shares expert essays outlining recommendations for concerned caregivers and educators, offers celebrity contributions and includes an account of how young Katy Butler successfully campaigned to change the movie's rating to make it available to teen viewers.
Bullyproof your child for life : protect your child from teasing, taunting, and bullying for good
by Joel David Haber

A practical parenting manual delivers a supportive, effective, step-by-step approach designed to help youngsters of all ages develop confidence, self-esteem, compassion, and trust in order to thrive in any situation or environment, explaining how to detect the early signs of bullying and intervene to eliminate it forever.
Protect your child from bullying : expert advice to help you recognize, prevent, and stop bullying before your child gets hurt
by Allan L. Beane

From cyberbullying to "mean girls" to school shootings, bullying is a complex and frightening problem confronting parents and children of all ages. This invaluable guide—written by international bullying expert Dr. Allan L. Beane—explains the many ways that bullying can present itself, the harm it can do to your child if ignored, and most importantly, what you can do to protect your child.
Bullied : What Every Parent, Teacher, and Kid Needs to Know About Ending the Cycle of Fear
by Carrie Goldman

Written by someone who has seen the effects of bullying firsthand, this timely resource, based on research from the top experts in the field, provides specific advice on how to help children respond to bullies, revealing how the power to mitigate the destructive behavior that affects too many children lies within us all.
Mom, they're teasing me : helping your child solve social problems
by Michael Thompson

A practical child-care handbook answers important questions about children's social problems and offers effective, how-to advice for parents on how to help youngsters deal with rejection, name-calling, bullying, cliques, and other difficult social interaction situations.
Why good kids act cruel : the hidden truth about the pre-teen years
by Carl E. Pickhardt

Identifies five specific types of intentionally hurtful behaviors and examines the reasons why teens engage in social cruelty, while offering advice to parents and teachers on how to guide youth through challenging social situations
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