Trusty lost part of one flipper while escaping the clutches of a hungry ghost crab. He learned firsthand what it felt like to be teased when a couple of "bad-mannered" sea turtles called him "Slow Poke Stubby." The mean words hurt Trusty's feelings, but he didn't let it show. Trusty said confidently to himself, "I'm in Charge of What I Do and Say. I Can Stand UP for MYSELF in a Responsible Way!" In the story find out how Trusty uses courage, compassion, and positive action to stand up for himself and others who are being bullied or teased. The book includes UpSTANDER Tips, "What If" Situations, an UpSTANDER Action Plan, and Educational Sea Turtle Facts.