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Books for Being Left Out – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
3,975 books
0–3 yrs
480 books
4–7 yrs
1225 books
8–11 yrs
1418 books
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Bobby vs. Girls #1
Bobby vs. Girls (Accidentally)
Lisa Yee
When Bobby’s former best friend runs against him for student council, a simple disagreement sparks an all-out war betwee
Ages 7–10
Martha in the Middle
Jan Fearnley
For the child who feels lost in the shuffle of siblings or struggles to find their own identity within a busy family.
Ages 3–6
The Cozy Coat Club
Pagewell Co
When a tiny shivering squirrel appears in the snow, four forest friends decide to share their warm clothes to make sure
Ages 3–6
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Sweet and Sour
Debbi Michiko Florence
Thirteen-year-old Amai has spent two years planning revenge on the best friend who humiliated her, but his return from J
Ages 8–12
STAGS #1
S.T.A.G.S.
M. A. Bennett
For the teenager grappling with the pressure to fit into exclusive social circles while staying true to their own sense
Ages 14–18
Missing Abby
Lee Weatherly
For the teen navigating the painful drift between childhood friends and the heavy weight of secrets when someone goes mi
Ages 11–15
Dory Fantasmagory #1
Dory Fantasmagory
Abby Hanlon
Dory battles monsters and plays with imaginary friends to keep herself busy while her older siblings refuse to let her j
Ages 6–9
Bucktooth Becky and Her Silly-headed Siblings
Rebecca Shinsky
Becky struggles to see and feels overshadowed by her talented siblings until she finally notices the special traits that
Ages 4–8
Amandine
Adele Griffin
For the teenager navigating a friendship that feels more like a trap than a bond, exploring the blurred lines between ad
Ages 12–17
Speaking Our Truth
Monique Gray Smith
For the teenager who has lost their voice after a traumatic event. A powerful story about the healing power of art and t
Ages 13–18
I Am the Wallpaper
Mark Peter Hughes
For the teen who feels invisible in a family of superstars and needs a reminder that their own quiet spark is just as im
Ages 10–14
Champions on the Bench
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the child who feels overlooked or stuck on the sidelines, this book honors the patience and perseverance of those wa
Ages 4–9
Not As We Know It
Tom Avery
For teens navigating the complexities of high-stakes social hierarchies, intense friendships, and the pressure of public
Ages 14–18
When You Were Everything
Ashley Woodfolk
Cleo and Layla used to be inseparable, but sophomore year changes everything. Through two timelines, a story of jazz, Sh
Ages 13–18
Roasted Peanuts
Tim Egan
Jackson the cat doesn't make the baseball team like his best friend Sam, but he discovers a surprising way to become a s
Ages 4–8
A Little Princess #2
Wishing for Tomorrow
Hilary McKay
For the child who wonders what happens after the fairy tale ends. This story helps readers navigate the bittersweet feel
Ages 8–12
The Caterpillar's Friend
Al-Sayyed Ibraheem
Kate the caterpillar feels lonely because everyone is too busy to play, but a sunny morning and a little patience might
Ages 3–7
Violet Raines Almost Got Struck by Lightning
Danette Haworth
Violet’s quiet Florida life is upended when a city girl moves to town, forcing her to find the courage to grow up withou
Ages 8–12
Little Taco Truck
Tanya Valentine
For the child who feels small or overshadowed when someone new enters their space. A comforting story about finding your
Ages 3–7
Those Kids from Fawn Creek
Erin Entrada Kelly
For the child who feels stuck in a small-town bubble or a rigid social hierarchy, this story offers a window into self-d
Ages 8–12
Dear Medusa
Olivia Cole
Trauma has made Alicia feel like a monster in the halls of her school, until mysterious letters and a new spark of attra
Ages 14–18
Where I Belong
Gillian Cross
For teens navigating the high stakes of social hierarchies and the complexity of finding genuine friendship amidst inten
Ages 14–18
Locked Up for Freedom
Heather E. Schwartz
For the teen navigating complex social circles, high-stakes competition, and the pressure of public perception in a digi
Ages 14–18
Every Month Is a New Year
Marilyn Singer
For the teenager navigating the complex social hierarchies and high-stakes drama of a competitive private school environ
Ages 14–18
