Books | Lola and the Troll
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Raising Brave Kids: How to Stand Up to Bullies with Courage and Kindness
**Lola and the Troll** is a heartfelt and empowering debut picture book by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author Connie Schultz, teaching kids how to face bullies with courage and kindness.
Meet Lola, a happy and imaginative young girl who loves recess and her pretend dog, Tank. But there’s one thing that’s making her days hard—the neighborhood bully. Dressed in a troll costume, he hurls mean words at everyone, including Lola. His taunts make her feel so small that she starts changing who she is—styling her curly hair differently, walking on her tiptoes to seem taller, and even sprinkling cornstarch in her shoes to combat his insults about her feet!
But one trip to her favorite bookstore, The Bee’s Sneeze, changes everything. With the help of Ms. Sneesby, the wise and kind owner, Lola is reminded of her beautiful curly hair, her bright smile, and her inner bravery. Armed with confidence and kindness, Lola realizes she doesn’t have to change who she is to deal with a bully. Instead, she discovers that sometimes, being brave means showing compassion.
This uplifting story is perfect for parents and educators looking to teach children how to handle bullying in a thoughtful way. Through Lola’s journey, kids will learn the importance of staying true to themselves, standing up with confidence, and understanding that kindness can sometimes transform even the toughest situations.
With warm illustrations and a powerful message, *Lola and the Troll* is an essential addition to any child’s library and a tool to spark meaningful conversations about bullying, self-worth, and bravery.
Hardcover, 40 pages
ISBN:978-0593527634
Age: 4-8 years old
Author
Connie Schultz is a Pulitzer Prize-winning writer, a nationally syndicated columnist with Creators Syndicate and Professional in Residence in the journalism school at Kent State University, her alma mater. She is the author of two memoirs: "Life Happens" and "…And His Lovely Wife." Her first novel, "The Daughters of Erietown," will be published on June 9, 2020.
Schultz lives in Cleveland with her husband, Sherrod Brown, and their two rescue dogs, Franklin and Walter. They have four children and seven grandchildren.
