Bye-Bye Bully: A Story about Finding Your Voice, Courage, Kindness and Empathy
#6 of 6 in Cami Kangaroo and Wyatt Too Series
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What’s inside...
From best selling author Stacy C. Bauer, comes the next book in the award-winning relatable series Cami Kangaroo and Wyatt Too, a book all about kindness, compassion, and doing what's right- even when it's really hard. Wyatt Kangaroo and his friends love recess, but when Lenny Lion starts to bully them, it makes them all miserable! Will Wyatt and his friends figure out a way to stop Lenny's bullying behavior? Find out in this fun adventure all about friendship, empathy, and standing up for what is right. This book is perfect for children, teachers, parents, and other caregivers who want to teach about kindness and handling bullying effectively. It includes endorsements from educators and parents praising its approach to dealing with bullies and promoting empathy.
Discussion points
How did the characters in the story show kindness and empathy?
What would you do if you saw someone being bullied?
How can standing up to a bully make a difference?
Can you think of a time when you helped someone feel better?
Why is it important to have courage and find your voice?
Tip: Role play these questions
Create a comfortable reading environment where your child feels safe to express their feelings and thoughts.
Praise your child for sharing their ideas and encourage them to think deeply about the characters' actions and their own.
Relate the situations in the book to real-life scenarios your child might encounter, to help them apply the book's messages.
Discuss your own experiences with handling difficult situations, demonstrating empathy and kindness, to set a real-world example.
Use follow-up questions to delve deeper into your child’s understanding and perspective on bullying, kindness, and empathy.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Finding Your Voice
Explanation: The protagonist learns to speak up against the bully, demonstrating self-expression and bravery.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this by understanding the importance of speaking up for themselves and others in school or during social activities.
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: The story shows the main character overcoming fear to stand up to a bully, illustrating the power of courage.
Real-World Application: This encourages kids to face their own fears, whether it's trying something new or standing up for what's right.
Example Lesson: Kindness
Explanation: The protagonist extends kindness to others affected by bullying, setting a positive example.
Real-World Application: Children learn to offer support and kindness to peers who may be experiencing difficulties, fostering a supportive community.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: Through interactions with various characters, the protagonist understands and shares the feelings of others, highlighting empathy.
Real-World Application: Kids can use this lesson to better relate to and understand the emotions of classmates or friends, enhancing their interpersonal relationships.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Despite challenges, the main character perseveres, showing resilience in adverse situations.
Real-World Application: Children can emulate this resilience in personal setbacks or challenging tasks at school, learning to bounce back with a positive attitude.