Please Don't Call Me Chubby Roni! - Roni Roth Beshears - Bog

Please Don't Call Me Chubby Roni! is a story about the harm of name-calling in the school setting for a young girl. The actions taken by the main character, Roni, and her teacher raise awareness about weight-based bullying in the classroom. The book serves to open communication about negative body-size talk and the impact it can have on a child. Questions are included to stimulate discussion about this sensitive topic.
The Roni Children's Book Series shares insights about a young girl and her friends in relation to social situations, athletic performance, food and lifestyle choices, social interactions, and more. The colorful books, illustrated by artist Rob Peters, are suitable and encouraged for all children. Helpful online resources, eating and lifestyle tips, and questions for discussion are included. The Series is recommended for use by health care professionals, children and their family members, elementary school teachers, and, social and emotional learning instructors.
Dr. Roni Roth Beshears is a registered dietitian nutritionist and principle of Nutrition Associates, LLC. This book is her third illustrated children's book in a series of stories on healthful lifestyle choices for children.