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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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Saving Hamlet
Molly Booth
After falling through a theater trapdoor, Emma lands in 1601 London where she must help William Shakespeare stage the ve
Ages 12–17
Terrible Things: An Allegory of the Holocaust
Eve Bunting
For the child grappling with unfairness or witnessing excluding behavior, this haunting allegory explains how silence al
Ages 6–11
Wicked Cruel
Rich Wallace
For the teenager navigating the intense pressure of sibling rivalry and the eerie feeling that a local legend might be c
Ages 12–17
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12–18 yrs
826 books
From Alice to Zen and Everyone in Between
Elizabeth Atkinson
For the quiet child who feels like an outsider, this story follows Alice as she navigates the bravery required to be her
Ages 9–12
Tea with Aubrey
Jupiter Kids
Aubrey is hosting a tea party for all her friends, but panic sets in when she realizes the treats are running low and sh
Ages 3–7
Be That Way
Hope Larson
For the teenager navigating the messy transitions of senior year, from first loves to the bittersweet shifting of long-t
Ages 14–18
Hazel Hill Is Gonna Win This One
Maggie Horne
For the middle schooler learning to find their voice when they see unfairness or harassment affecting their friends.
Ages 8–12
Sardines
Sashi Kaufman
For the child navigating a changing family dynamic who needs to know that finding where you fit in is a game worth playi
Ages 8–12
Deep Is the Fen
Lili Wilkinson
For the teenager navigating the pressure of cliques or the fear of losing a best friend to a group that doesn't share th
Ages 12–17
Simon and the Big, Bad, Angry Beasts
Ian de Haes
Wild beasts follow Simon whenever his temper flares, but he soon realizes that being scary is lonely and looks for a way
Ages 3–7
Disappearing Desmond
Anna Alter
For the child who prefers the sidelines to the spotlight, this sweet story follows a shy cat finding the courage to be s
Ages 3–7
Friends of Liberty
Beatrice Gormley
For the child navigating the pain of a friendship divided by differing family values or political beliefs.
Ages 8–12
Invisible Things
Jenny Davidson
For the teenager grappling with the hidden power structures of the adult world and the feeling of being an outsider in a
Ages 13–17
A Guide to Bullying for Kids
Roseanne Nyoike
Practical strategies and relatable stories show how to stand tall against unkindness and become the hero of your own soc
Ages 7–11
Not the Worst Friend in the World
Anne Rellihan
For the child navigating a changing best friendship or searching for the courage to ask hard questions about their famil
Ages 8–12
Fly Back, Agnes
Elizabeth Atkinson
Agnes tries to reinvent herself to escape the pain of her parents' divorce and school drama, but she soon discovers that
Ages 9–12
Adelaide's Secret World
Elise Hurst
For the child who feels like a quiet observer in a busy world. This lyrical story shows how imagination and a little bra
Ages 4–8
Out of the Egg
Tina Matthews
For the child who struggles with sharing or feels left out when others won't help, this story explores the power of doin
Ages 3–7
Whale Shines: An Artistic Tale
Fiona Robinson
For the child who feels like they don't sparkle as much as their friends. This story helps little ones see that their un
Ages 3–7
I See Reality: Twelve Short Stories About Real Life
Grace Kendall
For the teen navigating the complexities of modern life, from mental health struggles to the search for true identity an
Ages 12–18
A Girl Like That
Tanaz Bhathena
Trapped by school rumors and strict family expectations in Jeddah, Zarin searches for a way to escape her life before it
Ages 14–18
Like Likes Like
Chris Raschka
Soft watercolors and rhythmic words capture the quiet, heart-filling moment when a lonely cat finally meets a companion
Ages 2–5
Hello, My Name Is Ruby
written and illustrated by Philip C. Stead
For the child who feels a little small or shy when meeting new people and is looking for where they belong.
Ages 2–6
The Lovely Shoes
Susan Shreve
For the child navigating physical differences and the longing to fit in while staying true to their own spirit and style
Ages 10–14
