Year 1 sets the foundation for the ABC program with common vocabulary and tools that are part of an anti-peer abuse theme and a presentation of tools for better social interaction and peer relationships.

Have You Filled a Bucket Today? by Carol McCloud
- Buckets filled with warm fuzzies

Simon's Hook by Karen Gedig Burnett and Laurie Barrows
- Five tools to deal with teasing

Say Something by Peggy Moss and Lea Lyon
- Say and do something when you see bullying behavior

Mr. Peabody's Apples by Madonna
- Rumors stop with me!

My Secret Bully by Trudy Ludwig and Abigail Marble
- Bystanders become UP-Standers

Nobody Knew What to Do by Becky Ray McRain and Todd Leonardo
- Tattle vs. Tell

Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
- Caring adults & "I" messages

The Recess Queen by Alexis O’Neill and Laura Huliska-Beith
- Peaceful conflict steps

Who Moved My Cheese? For Kids by Spencer Johnson and Christian Johnson

- How to deal with change-- and win!

**Note: this book was read to 6th grade only.