Elijah And Mr. Sage Stand Up to School Bullies

By Betty Thomas Smith and Daniel D. Smith Sr.

Second grader Elijah is being bullied at school. He befriends a wise owl named Mr. Sage, who helps him overcome his fears. Mr. Sage lives in the woods on the farm owned by Elijah's parents and only speaks to Elijah. Elijah's loyal dog, Bogart, and his pet lamb, Butterfly, also meet Mr. Sage.

The school bullies, Hector and his gang, pick on first and second-graders. Hector was held back a year, making him much larger than his classmates. He and his gang push, tease, and take lunch money from students, especially loners or those who look different, like wearing glasses or being much shorter than most other kids.

How will Elijah escape Hector's bullying?

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0G7DVFPSM
• ISBN13: 9798990584365
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: Daniel Smith Books
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7