Gus Gets Badgered: When You Meet a Bully (Good News for Little Hearts) by Julie Lowe, illustrated by Joe Hox

In Gus Gets Badgered, children will learn how recognize and navigate when someone is mistreating others, and with God’s help, speak up for what is right and good.

Gus, Jax, and Manny have become friends with Wesley, the new cub in town, but Wesley doesn’t always treat Gus kindly. Wesley likes to tease and pick on Gus. This makes Gus uncomfortable, and he asks his dad what he should do. With his dad’s advice, and the help of his friends, Gus is able to speak up the next time Wesley is mean to him.

Edited by counselor Julie Lowe, Gus Gets Badgered offers concrete, grace-based help for recognizing and responding to bullying and is part of the Good News for Little Hearts series that brings gospel wisdom and biblical counsel to families. Based on CCEF’s model of hope and help, each story focuses on an animal family’s real-life issues, encouraging young readers toward a growing relationship with Jesus during challenging circumstances.

• A special section at the end of the book guides parents in helping their kids express when they are uncomfortable and respond when mistreatment occurs.
• Children ages four to seven will be captivated by Joe Hox’s colorful, fun illustrations that bring the animal world to life.
• Teaches children and parents about bullying and how to treat others kindly and with respect.