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Books for Being Left Out – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
3,962 books
0–3 yrs
480 books
4–7 yrs
1223 books
8–11 yrs
1412 books
12–18 yrs
822 books
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3–5
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The Avery Sisters Trilogy #1
Lucky
Rachel Vail
For the child grappling with the pressure of high expectations or the sting of a secret setback. A story about finding y
Ages 8–12
When Life Gives You Mangos
Kereen Getten
Clara can’t remember the summer of the hurricane, and as she struggles to find her memories, she realizes her best frien
Ages 8–12
Cooler than Lemonade
Harshita Jerath
Great ideas can appear when least expected, proving that persistence and a bit of creativity are the essential ingredien
Ages 4–8
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One True Friend
Joyce Hansen
For the child navigating the complexities of long distance friendship and finding where they belong in a new community.
Ages 8–12
Dear Dumb Diary #4
Can Adults Become Human?
Jim Benton
Middle schooler Jamie Kelly fills her secret diary with hilarious rants about the confusing logic of the adults and teac
Ages 8–12
Operatic
Kyo Maclear
Middle schooler Charlie Noguchi navigates the drama of crushes and bullies by finding an unexpected connection to the li
Ages 10–14
Bull
David Elliott
For the teen exploring the nuances of identity and seeking to understand the 'monsters' in their world through a raw, rh
Ages 14–18
Indigo and Ida
Heather Murphy Capps
Eighth-grader Indigo risks her social standing and friendships when she uses the legacy of Ida B. Wells to fight modern
Ages 10–14
EllRay Jakes #1
Ellray Jakes is Not a Chicken!
Sally Warner
For the child navigating the tricky social waters of third grade, this story explores the pressure to prove oneself whil
Ages 6–9
Shirley & Jamila #2
Shirley & Jamila's Big Fall
Gillian Goerz
For the child navigating the unspoken rules of middle school and the pressure to fit in while staying true to their frie
Ages 8–12
Tiny Pretty Things #1
Tiny Pretty Things
Sona Charaipotra, Dhonielle Clayton
For the teen navigating high-stakes environments where the pressure to be perfect can lead to toxic competition and the
Ages 14–18
Just Grace and the Flower Girl Power
written and illustrated by Charise Mericle Harper
For the child navigating the excitement of a special occasion while managing tricky social dynamics and friendship chang
Ages 6–10
The Heart of a Whale
Anna Pignataro
A lonely whale sends a song of kindness through the deep ocean, hoping the music will lead him to the one thing he needs
Ages 3–7
Mirette #2
School
Emily Arnold McCully
For the curious younger sibling who feels left behind when big kids go to school, this wordless tale captures the longin
Ages 3–6
Starstruck #1
Starstruck
Rachel Shukert
Three teenage girls in 1930s Hollywood grapple with love and intense competition as they fight to become stars in the mo
Ages 14–18
Assertiveness for Teens
Maria van Noord
Standing up for yourself starts with finding your voice. Learn how to stop being a pushover, say no without guilt, and p
Ages 12–17
Abiyoyo
Pete Seeger
A boy and his father use a magic wand and a little music to save their town from a terrifying giant in this rhythmic, cl
Ages 4–8
Rosie and Skate
Beth Ann Bauman
For the teen navigating a complicated relationship with a sister while trying to find her own voice amidst family dysfun
Ages 12–17
Exposed
Kimberly Marcus
For the teenager grappling with complex family loyalty after a brother is accused of a serious crime, this verse novel e
Ages 14–18
Little Magic Christmas Tree
Ruzanna Margaryan, Susanna Chobanyan
A tiny enchanted tree journeys across the globe to bring holiday cheer and a sense of belonging to children who feel for
Ages 3–7
Emma McGraw #4
Not-So-Weird Emma
Sally Warner
For the child who feels like the odd one out or is worried about their reputation at school, this story offers a relatab
Ages 7–10
Rosie Sprout's Time to Shine
Allison Wortche
Violet always seems to win, but when the class starts a garden, Rosie discovers that her own quiet patience can lead to
Ages 4–8
Not Quite a Ghost
Anne Ursu
Life is overwhelming for Violet as she balances complex family ties and a mysterious illness, only for a ghost to sudden
Ages 8–12
Igor
Satoshi Kitamura
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit the mold or has been told their talents aren't 'right.'
Ages 3–7
