Families who loved What YOU Can Do About Bullying By Max & Zoey by Ari Magnusson often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child starts expressing anxiety about playground conflict or mentions witnessing a classmate being treated unfairly. It serves as a practical toolkit disguised as a story, helping children distinguish between 'mean moments' and repetitive bullying while providing a clear vocabulary for setting boundaries. Through the experiences of Max and Zoey, the book empowers children to move from being passive bystanders to active upstanders. Designed for children ages 5 to 9, the guide balances emotional validation with actionable advice. It focuses on the themes of bravery, justice, and the importance of trusting adults. Parents will appreciate the secular, direct approach that models how to handle social friction without escalating it, making it an essential resource for navigating the early elementary years.
