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19,934 books found
We Dream of Space
Erin Entrada Kelly
For the child who feels lost in the noise of a stressful home and looks to the stars for a sense of belonging and purpos
Ages 8–12
Freedom Over Me: Eleven Slaves, Their Lives and Dreams Brought to Life by Ashley Bryan
Ashley Bryan
For the child grappling with the heavy reality of history, this book restores dignity and dreams to those once viewed on
Ages 9–12
The Applewhites #1
Surviving the Applewhites
Stephanie S. Tolan
For the child who feels like a 'bad kid' or a misfit, this story celebrates finding a sense of belonging in the most une
Ages 10–14
Carver: A Life in Poems
Marilyn Nelson
For the young reader seeking inspiration in the face of hardship, this lyrical biography shows how curiosity and grit ca
Ages 11–18
Sweet Whispers, Brother Rush
Virginia Hamilton
For the teen managing heavy family responsibilities alone, this haunting story explores the weight of secrets and the po
Ages 12–16
Belling The Tiger
Mary Stolz
For the child feeling small and overlooked, this classic tale shows how a little bravery and a shift in perspective can
Ages 7–10
Onion John
Joseph Krumgold
For the child navigating the pressure to conform and the struggle to honor a friend's unique, unconventional identity ag
Ages 10–14
Banner in the Sky
James Ramsey Ullman
For the teen seeking their own path while honoring a family legacy, this classic adventure navigates the heights of cour
Ages 10–16
Moccasin Trail
Eloise Jarvis McGraw
For the young person navigating two different worlds. A boy raised by Crow Indians must decide where he truly belongs wh
Ages 10–14
Story of the Negro
Arna Bontemps
For the young reader seeking a deeper understanding of their roots and the long, resilient journey of Black people from
Ages 10–16
Li Lun, Lad of Courage
Carolyn Treffinger
For the child who feels like an outsider because their interests or fears don't align with what is expected of them by t
Ages 8–12
Indian Captive: The Story of Mary Jemison
Lois Lenski
For the child grappling with a major life transition, this story explores finding a sense of belonging and identity with
Ages 8–12
Queer Person
Ralph Hubbard
For the child who feels like an outsider, this classic tale follows a boy who finds strength and belonging even when he
Ages 10–14
Up, Up, Ever Up! Junko Tabei: A Life in the Mountains
Isabelle Hamm
For the child who needs to know that being small or 'different' doesn't limit their potential. This biography inspires k
Ages 4–8
Going Down Home with Daddy
Kelly Starling Lyons
For the child who feels pressure to perform or worries they don't have a special talent to share during a big family gat
Ages 4–8
Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut
Derrick Barnes
For the child who needs a boost of confidence or a celebration of their identity, this rhythmic story captures the trans
Ages 4–10
Ella Sarah Gets Dressed
Margaret Chodos-Irvine
For the toddler or local fashionista who insists on picking their own clothes, even when nothing matches. A celebration
Ages 2–5
Mirandy and Brother Wind
Patricia McKissack
For the child learning that determination and spirit are more important than magic when it comes to achieving their goal
Ages 4–8
Mice Twice
Joseph Low
For the child who loves outsmarting the 'big kids' or older siblings, this witty story shows that brains can beat brawn
Ages 4–8
What Do You Say? #1
What Do You Say, Dear?
Sesyle Joslin
For the child who needs a gentle nudge with manners, this silly guide uses wild scenarios to make learning 'please' and
Ages 3–7
Chanticleer and the Fox
Barbara Cooney
For the child who needs to learn that boasting can be a trap and that listening to flattery isn't always wise. A classic
Ages 4–8
Gillespie and the Guards
Benjamin Elkin
For the child who loves to spot what others miss, this classic tale celebrates how a small boy's sharp eyes can outsmart
Ages 4–8
Crow Boy
Taro Yashima
For the child who feels like an outsider or struggles to fit in at school, this gentle classic reveals the hidden talent
Ages 4–9
Seven Simeons: A Russian Tale
Boris Artzybasheff
For children discovering that every person has a unique gift to offer, this classic tale celebrates how different talent
Ages 5–10
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