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My Name's Sammy, and I'm No Snitch (Chicorée Elementary Stories for Success Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Jeff Tucker (Author), Miranda Morrissey (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 33 ratings
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Sammy wants you to know he’s no blabbermouth. He’s no tattletale. No squealer or rat. He has one golden rule: he never snitches!

When Sammy catches his best bud Carlos sticking a wad of gooey gum under a desk, Sammy doesn’t spill the beans. When the meanest kid at the elementary school sneaks off with an extra cupcake, Sammy doesn’t tattle. When the school counselor shows up 10 minutes late, Sammy stays silent. After all, he’s no snitch and proud of it.

But Sammy becomes concerned when his friend is bullied by another student. Will he be able to stay tight-lipped when his best friend is called a crybaby and targeted for a beatdown after school? Sammy isn’t the only one who’s worried – he sees anxiety building in his friend too. Will the many “see something, say something” posters plastered in the hallways make Sammy rethink his attitude and report the threat?

My Name’s Sammy, and I’m No Snitch is a powerful tale for children in grades K through 5 about why it’s important to report dangerous behaviors, how to recognize the difference between snitching and reporting, and why asking adults for help is sometimes the safest thing to do.

Tips for parents and educators are included at the end of the story to help teach children how to communicate and put their decision-making skills to use when it comes to distinguishing “snitching” and reporting potentially dangerous situations.

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    5 - 11 years
  2. Book 1 of 3
    Chicorée Elementary Stories for Success
  3. Print length
    17 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 6
  6. Publication date
    August 24, 2020
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This story continues to be very important for children to learn. Many students do not want to be seen as a snitch, but they need to know that bullying needs to be reported. Tucker explains in this lesson in a way that children will understand. He also explains that there are different types of bullying and any of them should be reported to an adult. Tucker also pointed out that the student reporting the incident would not be revealed to the bully, so that students could feel safe to report without possible retribution from the bully. Miranda Morissey's illustrations are realistic and add a nice touch to the overall story. Overall, I think this would be an excellent resource for classroom teachers, school counselors, and parents to use to help explain what bullying is and how if students see bullying, they need to report it to a trusted adult. --Michelle Donaldson (Educator), NetGalley

It is so important for children to learn the difference between 'snitching' and 'reporting,' and to feel comfortable talking with adults about what they see others dealing with and what they are challenged with personally. This book is relevant, gives practical scenarios, and holds the reader's attention. --Rebecca Stutzman, Certified School Social Work Specialist

Excellent story to differentiate between snitching and reporting. I like that the central perspective of the book is of the bystander who sees bullying going on and the thought-processes and decisions they make in this situation - as this can unfortunately be a common position for children to be in at school - this is an excellent story to support with this point of view. Well-written, nice illustrations - a great book! --Jill McAlpine (Educator), NetGalley

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Sammy wants you to know he's no blabbermouth. He's no tattletale. No squealer or rat. And he most definitely is no snitch!

When Sammy catches his best bud Carlos sticking a wad of gooey gum under a desk, Sammy doesn't spill the beans. When the meanest kid at the elementary school sneaks off with an extra cupcake, Sammy doesn't tattle. When the school counselor shows up 10 minutes late, Sammy stays silent. Afterall, he's no snitch and proud of it.

But will he be able to stay tight-lipped when his best friend is bullied, called a crybaby and targeted for a beatdown after school? Will the many "see something, say something" posters plastered in the hallways make Sammy rethink his attitude and report the threat?

My Name's Sammy, and I'm No Snitch is a powerful children's tale about why it's important to report dangerous behaviors, how to recognize the difference between snitching and reporting, and why asking adults for help is sometimes the safest thing to do.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08GMCG7DC
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Boys Town Press (August 24, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 24, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 14604 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 17 pages
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Dr. Jeff Tucker is a Licensed Professional Counselor, National Certified School Counselor, and author who writes educational books geared toward enhancing social skills, positive behavior, and mental health in elementary school students. He graduated with his Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Adams State University in 2023. When not writing books, Jeff is usually trying to make friends with dogs or finding an excuse to order pizza. Jeff is a Louisiana native and currently resides in Little Rock, Arkansas, with his spoiled dog.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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Jessica Nash-Freeman
5.0 out of 5 stars Gets kids talking!
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2020
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This book has a beautiful lesson about reporting that resonates with all ages! My two year-old loves the colorful images and the friendship between Sammy and Carlos. My high school students related to the situation Sammy is placed in and many realized that “snitching” isn’t a bad thing when it assures the safety of others! 10/10 would recommend to anyone searching for a way to get kids/students to talk out the issues they see around them!
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Melissa Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story about the difference between reporting a bully & being a 'snitch'!
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2020
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Very well written! Will work great for a read aloud for younger students or as a story for an older child to read on their own. Great discussion on the difference between being a 'snitch' & being a reporter, especially when it comes to bullying. Definitely a book to read when discussing bullying.
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Hannah Maranto
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful message, highly recommend
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2021
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Such a well written book with a great message! I bought it for my one year old to have and grow into! We love it and hope to see more books like this!
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Mysterymom
4.0 out of 5 stars Reporting is OK
Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2021
Sammy discusses what he did to protect his friend from bullying. At first he did not want to tell or snitch, but then he told a teacher when it seemed like there might be violence (a bigger kid threatens to physically hurt his friend). The teacher listens and reassures him. The next day a lesson about reporting bullying is given to the class. This is a good start to a conversation with school-age to early middle school students. The vivid illustrations complement the text and superbly relay the school scenes, diverse faces, and the emotions of the narrator. Some of the text is illustrated, in color, or bold, emphasizing different messages. . There is a section for educators and caregivers at the back. Definitely a book to consider having in locations like schools, community centers, and places of worship.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the e-galley. My reviews and opinions are my own.
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Donna B
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfully written
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2020
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This book teaches a valuable lesson for children. It is written in an easy to understand manner. Great book for parents to read and discuss with their children. Perfect addition to a classroom library. Bought to send to my grandchildren. Will definitely purchase the next in the series.
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T. Sanders
5.0 out of 5 stars Just What We Needed!
Reviewed in the United States on September 25, 2020
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After far too many bullying presentations where even first graders would say "Snitches get stitches," this book will serve as a refreshing tool in our Prevention Education arsenal! It effectively explains the difference between snitching/tattling vs. reporting while using characters that seem relatable.
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Hilary
5.0 out of 5 stars My nieces loved reading this cute book
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2020
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This is a very modern, cute story for younger kids. It blends modern ways of thinking with knowing between right and wrong! Very cute
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5.0 out of 5 stars My nieces loved reading this cute book
Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2020
This is a very modern, cute story for younger kids. It blends modern ways of thinking with knowing between right and wrong! Very cute
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felicia dumas
5.0 out of 5 stars A must have!
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2020
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This book is wonderful! My children and I absolutely loved reading it.
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