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Explore chapter books books about standing up for others for children.
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So Tall Within: Sojourner Truth's Long Walk Toward Freedom
Gary D. Schmidt
Born into the hardships of slavery, Sojourner Truth used her powerful voice and unshakable spirit to walk a long, brave
Ages 5–9
Graphic Biographies
Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady of the World
Ryan Jacobson
For the child finding their own voice, this graphic biography shows how a shy girl grew into a world leader who stood up
Ages 8–12
The Ravenmaster's Secret
Elvira Woodruff
Forrest lives among the prisoners and ravens of the Tower of London, but his loyalty is tested when he befriends a young
Ages 8–12
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She's Wearing a Dead Bird on Her Head!
Kathryn Lasky
For the child who loves animals and wants to speak up against unfairness. See how two women turned their outrage into ac
Ages 5–10
Signature Lives
Cesar Chavez: Crusader for Social Change
Brenda Haugen
For the child curious about how one person can change the world, this biography explores the power of nonviolent protest
Ages 10–14
The Outlaws of Sherwood Street #1
Stealing from the Rich
Peter Abrahams
Thirteen-year-old Robyn Forester receives a mysterious charm bracelet and teams up with new friends to tackle unfairness
Ages 10–14
Influential People
Marley Dias
Jenny Benjamin
For the child who wonders if one person can really make a difference, this biography shows how a young girl's frustratio
Ages 7–10
The Youngest Marcher: The Story of Audrey Faye Hendricks, a Young Civil Rights Activist
Cynthia Levinson
Nine-year-old Audrey Faye Hendricks becomes the youngest person arrested for picketing against segregation in this true
Ages 5–10
Eleanor Makes Her Mark
Barbara Kerley
For the shy child who feels their voice doesn't matter, this inspiring biography shows how a quiet girl grew up to chang
Ages 7–10
PeaceJam
PeaceJam: A Billion Simple Acts of Peace
Ivan Suvanjieff, Dawn Gifford Engle
World leaders and Nobel Laureates join forces with teenagers to tackle global crises, proving that simple acts can lead
Ages 12–18
The Sugar Child
Monique de Varennes
A girl made entirely of marzipan candy comes to life and must decide if she is brave enough to leave her protected home
Ages 4–8
Red and Green and Blue and White
Lee Wind
For children processing why some people are unkind to those who are different, this moving story shows how a neighborhoo
Ages 4–8
General Butterfingers
John Reynolds Gardiner
When three aging war heroes face eviction, eleven-year-old Walter takes a stand to save their home from a greedy relativ
Ages 8–12
Americans Who Tell the Truth
Robert Shetterly
For the child who asks why the world feels unfair: discover the courageous people who spoke up for justice and helped sh
Ages 8–14
Freedom River
Doreen Rappaport
Businessman John Parker repeatedly risks everything to cross the river and guide others toward freedom in this true stor
Ages 6–10
Scholastic First Biographies
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Courtney Baker
For the young child asking why things are sometimes unfair or why we celebrate MLK Day. This simple biography introduces
Ages 5–8
Primary Source Detectives
Who Marched for Civil Rights?
Richard Spilsbury
For the student curious about how ordinary people change the world, this guide uses primary sources to explore the brave
Ages 8–12
Usborne Young Reading: True Stories
Martin Luther King
Rob Lloyd Jones
For the child asking why some things in the world aren't fair, this accessible biography introduces a hero who used word
Ages 7–10
Who HQ
What Is the AIDS Crisis?
Nico Medina
For the curious middle grader asking about LGBTQ history or health, this book explains the AIDS crisis through the lens
Ages 8–12
Hate List #2
Say Something
Jennifer Brown
For the teenager grappling with the weight of being a bystander to bullying and the heavy moral choice of when to speak
Ages 14–18
Resistance #2
Uprising
Jennifer A. Nielsen
For the child grappling with big questions about courage and standing up against unfairness, this stirring true story ex
Ages 9–13
Unspoken: A Story from the Underground Railroad
Henry Cole
For children processing the weight of doing the right thing when it is difficult, this wordless story explores the quiet
Ages 5–10
Delivering Justice: W.W. Law and the Fight for Civil Rights
James Haskins
For the child curious about how one person can change their community, this biography shows how a local mail carrier pea
Ages 7–11
Princess Pulverizer #8
Yo-Ho, Yo . . . NO!
Nancy Krulik
For the child who wants to be a hero on their own terms, even when it means breaking a rule to do what is right.
Ages 6–9
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Early Readers
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Standing Up for Others by Age Group
Books for Standing Up for Others for Ages 0–3
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Books for Standing Up for Others for Ages 12–18
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Books for Standing Up for Others for Ages 8–11
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