Fat, Fat Rose Marie — Lisa Passen

In Lisa Passen's picture book Fat, Fat Rose Marie, a little girl must stand up to the class bully who keeps picking on her overweight friend.

Rose Marie is the new girl in class and almost everyone teases her about being overweight. Only Claire--herself a victim of cruel taunting--notices Rose Marie's attributes. Told with humor and insight, Fat, Fat Rose Marie offers a thought-provoking story of appreciating people for who they are, and recognizing the value of true friendship.