Look For Loneliness Books

The series of 16 books are supported by contributions from James’ sister, Lucy, and a friend of the family, Neil Hurst. James writes from his heart and has considered not only why people sometimes bully others but solutions to help them stop.

The stories cover themes of: difference and diversity; social relationships; coping strategies; bystanders; and, pro-social behaviour. James has included many potential trigger factors which can lead to the occurrence of bullying and always concludes with a strategy that may help to reduce the reoccurrence and impact of these types of behaviours.

Please see excerpt from James’ own Story ‘Ballet Boy’

Within the resource these books can be used as a teaching aid. They are a base to help generate ideas from pupils focusing on: what may occur; what action may have led to the incident being avoided or its impact reduced; and, how help could be sought.

Curriculum based social and emotional well-being modules could be used to integrate this anti-bullying resource into teaching time. The stories are not the sole focus of this pack, however, when taken as a child’s own words on life today in the playground and fears of what may occur, they are a very rich resource to build on.

They can be excellent thought-shower tools, drama freeze frames and alternative outcome scenarios. Pupils could write their own stories, poems and songs, thus allowing social skills to develop alongside an understanding of bullying behaviour, the role of bystanders and the necessity to tell someone and seek help. This is an embedding aid for anti-bullying practice.

Each book is beautiful illustrated by artist Emily Hargreaves. These books can be bought individually for home use either from this web site or through Amazon.

Shy Susan - £4 - A story aimed at children aged 5 and under. Susan is very shy and has trouble making friends. All turns out well for Susan when Colin sees how lonely she is.

Big Bully Sam - £4 - A story aimed at children aged 5 and under. Sam is not blessed with social skills. He soon realises that he has to alter his ways to gain friendship.

Lewis starts school - £4 - A story about starting school and sharing.

I’m in charge, I’m the boss - £4 - Aimed at reception children but loved by all ages. William has trouble adapting to school life. He soon realises that by following the rules his life is much easier.

It was just an accident - £4 - Jacob is a clumsy boy. His classmates are not friends with him because he is embarrassing. Luckily Matthew comes to his aid.

Jamie jumps queue - £4 - A poem about a boy who is a bully. He pushes others around and by doing so breaks someone s arm. Adapted from a true story. A boy was killed by a bully who pushed him so hard he hit his head on the gym floor and died. Children do not understand the seriousness of their actions.

Georgina is sad - £4 - Georgina’s Mummy is in hospital poorly. She is lonely and sad. Luckily Sophie goes out of her way to make Georgina happy. The story shows children how to make friends and be a good friend.

Glasses are great - £4 - Jack is bullied because he wears glasses. The story tells how Jack deals with the bullies and comes out on top.

Ballet Boy - £4 - James' true story, that started off his campaign. The reason why he is so passionate about helping others.

Chloe’s Big Change - £4 - tells how Layla deals with being bullied by Chloe about her speech impediment.

Katie’s Dream - £4 - This story tells how Katie is laughed at as she is taller than the other girls at dancing class. She is befriended by Lucy and made to feel welcome.

Sarah starts again - £4 - Sarah is the school bully, she bullies because she is bullied at home. Can she start over?

Funny Face - £4 - A sad and informative story about Gareth, a boy who has a cleft lip and palate. Gareth is bullied until the children are given information about Gareth's cleft.

Janine's Joy - £4 - Based on a true story. Janine is a fat girl who no one wants on their team. She tries so hard to be liked but her peers are cruel to her. All turns out good in the end when Deborah takes Janine under her wing.

New Boy - £4 - New Boy leaves the story open for you to decide the end.......... will you change someone's life or will you be like the others and join in taunting the NEW BOY?

Look For Loneliness - £4 - A fabulous thought provoking poem about a bully.

Key Stage One book pack - £30 – 8 books aimed at Early years and key stage 1.

Key Stage Two book pack - £30 – 8 books aimed at key stage 2.