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Books for Being Left Out
Books for Being Left Out – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
4,013 books
0–3 yrs
483 books
4–7 yrs
1229 books
8–11 yrs
1449 books
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
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Walter Had a Best Friend
Deborah Underwood
For the child who feels the quiet ache of a friendship fading away. This gentle story validates the sadness of drifting
Ages 4–8
English-Yiddish My Feelings Are Hurt
Richard Carlson
A bilingual guide for children navigating the sting of hurt feelings and emotional sensitivity, helping them find words
Ages 3–8
Every Little Letter
Deborah Underwood
For the child noticing cliques or feeling like there are 'invisible walls' between groups, this story shows how small ac
Ages 3–7
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12–18 yrs
826 books
The Casson Family #6
Forever Rose
Hilary McKay
Being the youngest in the busy Casson house is lonely until a school trip and one big secret idea turn a quiet Christmas
Ages 8–12
Three Friends and a Parrot
Jupiter Kids
For the teenager navigating the complex world of high school social hierarchies, intense friendships, and the pressure o
Ages 14–18
Come to the Fairies' Ball
Jane Yolen
For the child who feels like they do not have the right clothes or gear to join in on the fun, offering a magical twist
Ages 4–8
The EMOTIONS Book
Laura Humphrey
For the teenager navigating the complex world of high school cliques, social status, and the emotional fallout of broken
Ages 14–18
When You Reach Me
Rebecca Stead
Four mysterious letters containing secrets about the future pull Miranda into a race to prevent a tragedy in her New Yor
Ages 9–13
Little Black Pony #2
Little Black Goes to the Circus
Walter Farley
A boy feels lonely and left behind when his clever pony, Little Black, catches the eye of a circus master and starts per
Ages 4–7
Detective Ted #2
The Goody Bag Goner
Caron Pescatore
When a birthday party goody bag disappears, Luana steps in as a junior lawyer to defend the new girl from unfair accusat
Ages 6–10
Unicorn Daze
The Unicorn Daze Series: Books 1-6
Laura Hesse
Young Jessie and a brave unicorn named Gus journey through corn mazes, ancient floods, and dragon battles to protect the
Ages 4–10
Helping Children with Feelings
Ruby and the Rubbish Bin
Margot Sunderland
Crushed by bullying and low self-worth, a young girl discovers the power of kindness and her own inner spark through a f
Ages 5–11
Mommy, Why Are My Sister's Friends Avoiding Her?
Sharon Dash
For the child noticing social changes in a sibling's life, this story helps families navigate the confusion and hurt of
Ages 4–9
Bigfoot and the Wild Boys
Jenny Pearson
Determined to go from invisible to legendary, Joe and his friend Tiago head into the woods to find Bigfoot armed with on
Ages 8–12
The Buddy Bench
Laila Larue Lewis
For the child who notices a classmate sitting alone and wants to help. A gentle guide to building a more inclusive playg
Ages 4–8
It's the Thought That Counts
Dana Lynn Bernstein
For the child who observes the world a little too closely and needs help navigating the fallout when their private thoug
Ages 8–12
The Railway Series #17
Gallant Old Engine
Rev. W. Awdry
Steam and diesel engines navigate the busy rails of the Island of Sodor in these classic tales of hard work and mechanic
Ages 3–8
I Never Knew Your Name
Sherry Garland
For the adolescent processing a tragic loss in the community. This poignant story helps older children navigate the comp
Ages 10–15
Harriet the Spy
Louise Fitzhugh
For the child who observes the world a little too closely and needs help navigating the fallout when their private thoug
Ages 8–12
Mean Girl Makeover #2
You Can't Sit with Us
Nancy N. Rue
New student Ginger Hollingberry faces the harsh sting of middle school when a popular clique decides to make her their p
Ages 9–13
Reading Me Free
Mathias Neves
Sam and her dog Roku journey through the worlds of Alice in Wonderland and Peter Pan to find their voice and face their
Ages 8–12
Toggy the Tortoise
Toggy's Friendship Dream
Jamie Parkinson
Toggy the tortoise wanders along the stream looking for a friend to play with while learning how the things he says can
Ages 5–8
Lumi the Little Fish Who Was Different
Noor Khzaimiah
Lumi feels left out because she swims and looks different, but her unique perspective allows her to spot a danger that n
Ages 3–7
The Balance of Shadows #2
The Balance of Shadows & The Story of 4 Friends
Tajirul Sk
In a breaking world where memory is the only glue, a silent boy named DJ and his three friends must walk the path betwee
Ages 10–14
