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In "Bully Trouble," Joanna Cole follows Arlo and Robby as they face relentless bullying in their neighborhood. Unable to tolerate the harassment, the boys craft a bold scheme aimed at discouraging the bully and restoring their sense of safety and friendship.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Joanna Cole
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