Ruby's Web

When Ruby starts high school, her cousin pulls away and racist bullying on the school’s online platform makes her feel increasingly isolated. Ellen van Neerven’s novel follows her struggle to seek support and speak up, exploring the power of voice in the face of cyberbullying.

Creators: Ellen van Neerven

Publisher: Magabala Books
Format: Paperback
Pages: 128
ISBN: 9781922864017

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Calendar connections

Thematic reading: Contemporary fiction for discussion of racism, cyberbullying and seeking support, rather than a history of these dates or a guide to the law.

• Harmony Day and Harmony Week
• Anniversary of the Racial Discrimination Act’s Commencement