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Felix Stands Tall
written and illustrated by Rosemary Wells
Ages: 6+
Published: 2015
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 978-0-7636-6111-3
Keywords: Bullying, School Stories, Read-Aloud
After Fiona and Felix win the Talent contest, Felix is bullied by his friends until Fiona shows him how to stand up for himself. Watercolor and pencil drawings.