C., I feel your hurt! I too, have a 2nd grade son who doesn't quite fit in. He spent kindergarten at a private christian school and was still subject to some mean kids. I don't usually advocate running away, but we pulled my son and started homeschooling him in the 1st grade. At some point, probably junior high or high school, I will put him back in school. I just think that at such a young age, their little hearts should be protected from as much hurt as possible until they are old enough to start understanding it. We arn't isolated, he swims twice a week and we are very involved in our church, but it is more controlled. If someone says something mean, I know more about it and he can't hide it from me. Can I recommend a book? The best book I have read about boys is Dr. Dobson's Bringing up Boys. I come from an all girl background and guess what? God gave me 4 boys! It is a fabulous read, regardless of your religious beliefs. Good Luck!