Little Dot has a conflict because he is smaller than all the others. Because of this "little" difference, Dot finds himself getting noticed, not always in a good way. Dot ends up desperately trying to figure out a way to be able to go for a walk without experiencing the fear of being picked on, mocked, or teased. However, his conflict gets surprisingly resolved by a new and "very different" friend. To Dot's own amazement this only happens after he has had enough and finally gets the courage to draw a line in the sand. Then, to Dot's surprise, "Line" literally stands up! Line stands up for Dot! Not only that, Line also ends up really, really "standing out" from everyone else, himself! He is more different than all of them put together... Line also proves to be different in another very important way, he believes in himself. He is outgoing, courageous, brave despite his differences. Everyone soon ends up noticing Dot and Line together. When together they make an impressive pair, always exhibiting excitement and fun in everything they do! Dot soon learns to celebrate his own difference in Line's same positive, self-confident way. Together Dot and Line end up breaking down all barriers, getting everyone to join in their fun!

Bully for Dot is a fun picture book about everyone having differences. It's about finding the courage to accept one another for whom they are, and ultimately trusting in friendship and learning from others. It encourages children to not to be afraid of facing minor conflicts in a positive way. This book's crisp, brightly colored, straight-forward pictures speak for themselves, engaging even the youngest reader by drawing them into the action. Everyone ends up ultimately having more fun after accepting one another. As a timeless conflict affecting children of all ages, this issue is often difficult to discuss with younger children who may not always understand the actions of others and how to deal with those actions in a positive way.

This is sure to become one of your child's most requested and favorite picture books.