Melissa Higgins

Teasing Isn't Funny: Emotional Bullying Melissa Higgins

Marc Notes: Sensitive, narrative text from illustrated animal characters shows readers what emotional bullying is and provides possible solutions to stop it--; Provided by publisher.; K to Grade 3. Publisher Marketing: Jesse and the other animals at the bus stop make fun of Kelly's fluffy fur and plain clothes. The constant teasing makes Kelly the cat feel sad. Young readers watch Kelly struggle with the teasing and learn safe ways to make it stop. Sensitive illustrations of gender-neutral animal characters help all children relate to the issue of emotional bullying. Contributor Bio:  Higgins, Melissa Melissa Higgins has written over 30 fiction and nonfiction books for children and young adults. She especially like writing about animals, even scary ones. She has written three books about snakes. Ms. Higgins lives in the Arizona desert with her husband and two cats.