assertiveness in children

"[With a conversational tone] tells the stories of ten historic female figures who changed the world by standing up for what's right, including legendary Civil Rights activists like Ruby Bridges and Rosa Parks and spanning to contemporary role models like Bree Newsome, who removed the confederate flag from the South Carolina state house grounds, and Mari Copeny, a youth activist who fought for clean water in Flint, Michigan. [The author's] . . . text depicts both famous and unsung Black women who took a stand and made the world a better place for future generations. Each heroic figure is interconnected by a united quest for equity, and offers young readers a . . . call to action, reminding them that they are mighty too, and can be forces for change when they stand up!"--Provided by publisher.

"Cora June learns that there is a difference between being assertive and being bossy, and that she can be a leader and still be flexible"--OCLC.

"Zach is a kid just like you and me, but when Zach sees others being teased or bullied, he imagines himself as a superhero and comes to the rescue. With powerful words like "No teasing! No hitting! That's just wrong!," Zach helps his friends learn to use words for good and not to fight back or say mean things. Includes glossary, as well as questions to self-check comprehension"--OCLC.

Describes seven verbal strategies parents can teach to their children to help them counter verbal assaults, such as teasing, name calling, peer pressure, and arguments.