Confessions of a Former Bully

Confessions of a Former Bully
By Trudy Ludwig
Published: 2010
ISBN: 978-1582463094

Fiction

Through this fictional scrapbook/ diary, Katie finds herself where no child wants to be, in the principal’s office with both her parents. She was caught bullying a friend on the school playground, she must meet with the school counselor once a week. Through these meetings Katie learns what it means to bully. Using the scrapbook design Katie shares what she is learning and takes notes on facts and topics important for the readers; what bullies maybe thinking when it comes to physical, emotional, and cyberbullying; why people bully others; and what tools kids can use when they experience or witness bullying. The pages are full of doodles, jotted notes, and related quotes which add to the format and approach to bullying. The author creates an educational and informal book about bullying, but also adds a character which is relatable to readers. At the end of the book the author includes a letter to parents and readers, with resourceful websites and further reading.