4th grade books about Bullies
4 books commonly assigned to 4th grade students explore bullies— every title’s grade range covers 4th grade, so each is grade-appropriate by curriculum placement. Each links to its reading level, themes, and the curricula that cite it.
What this list holds: All 4 titles are cited by at least one US curriculum or award list for 4th grade, first published between 2001 and 2014. The most widely cited at this grade is Mr. Lincoln's Way by Patricia Polacco (2 lists).
4 4th grade books about bullies
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Mr. Lincoln's Way
Patricia PolaccoCited in 2 curricula across 2 states, taught from grade 3 to 8. Also covers schools, school principals and birds.
Jake and Lily
Jerry SpinelliCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 3 to 6. Also covers individuality, brothers and sisters, twins.
My Explosive Diary
Emily GaleCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 2 to 8. Also covers bullying, spies and inventors.
Trading Places with Tank Talbott
Dori Hillestad ButlerCited in 1 curriculum, taught from grade 4 to 6. Also covers dance, authorship and friendship.
Bullies books at other grades
Kindergarten · 1st grade · 2nd grade · 3rd grade · 5th grade · 6th grade · 7th grade · 8th grade
Other 4th grade themes
Friendship · Family · Courage · Humor · Identity · Adventure · History · Schools
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Frequently asked questions
What bullies books are good for 4th grade students?
4 books exploring bullies have a grade range that covers 4th grade and are assigned across US-school curricula — Common Core exemplars, AP, IB, Cambridge, and state ELA standards. Each title on this page links to its full curriculum citations and reading level.
Are these bullies books grade-appropriate for 4th grade?
Every title's grade range covers 4th grade, so each is age-appropriate by curriculum placement. Check each book's themes and content notes before assigning.
How many bullies books are on the 4th grade list?
This page lists 4 4th grade titles about bullies, ordered by how many US curricula cite each one for this grade (ties alphabetical). The list expands as more curriculum references are verified.
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