By Alexis O'Neill

(Grades K-3)  Watch out! Here comes Mean Jean the Recess Queen, pushing and smooshing all the kids in school. But when a new girl shows up on the playground and asks Mean Jean to jump rope, the two quickly become best friends. Your young student will love this playground tale filled with colorful, funny collage and acrylic illustrations that bring the story to life. This tale of friendship teaches the importance of kindness and bravery in the face of bullying.