 | Millie Magnus won't be bullied (Millie Magnus Chapter Books) Author: Mazique, Brittany | |
| Price: $5.73 | ||
Summary:
Millie confronts a bully at her school who she must compete against in a three-legged race.
| Illustrator: | Glenn, Ebony |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (11/15/24)
School Library Journal (00/11/24)
Booklist (11/01/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 11/01/2024 Black third-grader Millie Magnus can’t wait for family field day at school. She has her friends, her pet chick (named Extra Spicy), her mother (the mayor), and her mother’s know-it-all assistant to support her. The only thing preventing Millie from feeling great is the school bully, Buckley, who is white. Millie’s story outlines what to do when a person is being bullied in an accessible way for young kids. Millie is a strong character who is not afraid to express herself but also knows the value of asking adults for help. A resolution is achieved after Millie learns what is causing some of Buckley’s bullying behavior, reminding readers that sometimes people's actions are driven by circumstances we can't see. In addition to the main drama, Millie is also dealing with the loss of her father and shifting dynamics at home. Grayscale chapter art highlights the racial diversity of Millie's friend group and captures Millie's many emotions as the story unfolds. This first book in a new series is an excellent addition to early chapter-book collections. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.
