assertiveness (psychology)

Offers advice on how to build self-esteem in order to deal with everyday problems and relationships in a positive and healthy manner.

When Daisy, a middle child, is invited to spend the night at her friend's house, her family finally pays attention to her.

Miss Hunnicutt is determined to wear her new hat adorned with a live chicken for the Queen's visit despite the disapproval of the other townspeople.

Rabbit's comfortable nightly routine is disturbed by exuberant Froggie, who settles in for a snack and a story without being invited.

Feeling like she does not fit in with the other members of her family, who are all thin, brilliant, and good-looking, fifteen-year-old Virginia tries to deal with her self-image, her first physical relationship, and her disillusionment with some of the people closest to her.

A child who never says anything when other children are being teased or bullied finds herself in their position one day when jokes are made at her expense and no one speaks up.

Discusses problems facing young people such as making choices, learning about and liking yourself, and solving problems.

Ada stops playing her violin after some older children make fun of her but Mama helps her find a way to handle their teasing.

When she takes a beating from the class bully, Sister Bear learns a valuable lesson in self-defense--and forgiveness.