I Choose to Speak Up: A Colorful Picture Book About Bullying, Discrimination, or Harassment

In the rhyming story 'I Choose to Speak Up', children learn how to respond when they witness or experience bullying, harassment, or discrimination. The book teaches children three solutions - asking the bully to stop, seeking help from an adult, and walking away. The story emphasizes the importance of using one's voice to speak up for oneself and others, with colorful illustrations and rhythmic rhymes to engage young readers. Developed alongside teachers and therapists, the book is part of a series focused on social emotional learning (SEL) and aims to empower children to handle difficult situations, build confidence, and understand the power of their choices in responding to negativity. The book also underscores the message that discrimination is intolerable and promotes awareness of emotions and proactive behavior.