Sergio and The Snappers are the toughest turtles in the pond Swimming with them makes Sergio feel Big, Brave, and Bold But soon he starts to notice how the other animals run and hide when the Snappers swim by; frogs flee, tadpoles tremble, and ducks depart Sergio doesn't like it, and stands up to his friends, only to become the new target of the gang's bullying. This book teaches kids how to stand up for kindness and compassion in the face of peer pressure. Includes a "Note to Parents and Caregivers" about nurturing empathy and coping with peer pressure.