Wednesday, April 12, 2017

April 2017 Book of the Month


Jokes can be hurtful sometimes.  People often use the words “just kidding” after a joke when it is not perceived the way it was intended.  In the book, Just Kidding by Trudy Ludwig, D.J. is being teased by Vince.  Vince feels that since his jokes are followed by “just kidding,” it makes everything fine.  What Vince doesn’t realize is that his jokes are really hurting D.J.’s feelings.  D.J. is afraid that if he speaks up his friends will think he can’t take a joke.  With the help of his father, brother, and teacher, D.J. is able to take action and squelch Vince’s bullying in a responsible manner.