Louise Takes Charge

Name: Louise Takes Charge
ISBN: 9780141308227

Lionel Series · Book 4 of 7

For the child navigating schoolyard bullies, this story shows how a group of friends can come together to find creative, collective solutions.

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About This Book

A parent should reach for this book when their child feels powerless against a schoolyard bully and needs to see a path to action. "Louise Takes Charge" tells the story of how a girl, tired of being bothered by the class bully Jasper, decides to do something about it. Instead of facing him alone, she cleverly unites all her classmates in a plan to outsmart him. The story champions themes of teamwork, creative problem-solving, and the bravery found in collective action. Appropriate for early chapter book readers, it's an empowering and humorous read that shifts the focus from individual confrontation to the strength of a group, making it an excellent choice for modeling pro-social behavior.

Teamwork & Collaboration Bullying School Life Friendship & Loyalty Fear & Bravery Friendship & Social Justice & Fairness Self-Confidence & Identity

What Parents Should Know

Sad ThemesMild

Depicts schoolyard bullying, including intimidation and teasing. The tone remains light and empowering.

Sensitive Topics

The book's central theme is bullying. The approach is direct and realistic within an elementary school context. The bullying consists of teasing, disruption, and intimidation, not intense physical violence. The resolution is hopeful and empowering, demonstrating a secular, community-based solution to a common social problem. It bypasses adults to show child-led problem solving.