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Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself Books for Kids | Wonderlit
44 books about standing up for yourself
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Format
Board Books
Picture Books
Early Readers
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Munsch for Kids #1
The Paper Bag Princess
Robert Munsch
Armed only with a paper bag and her sharp wits, Princess Elizabeth sets out to outsmart a dragon and rescue a very ungra
Ages 3–8
Bullies Stink
Audra Heatly Blazey
Skippy and Peter learn that standing together is the best way to face their fears and handle a bully.
Ages 4–8
Let's Talk #4
It's OK to Say No
Molly Potter
Gentle explanations and colorful scenes help explain personal boundaries, the importance of asking permission, and why i
Ages 4–7
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Mole's Hill
Lois Ehlert
Fox wants to build a path right through Mole's cozy burrow. To save her home, Mole must use her wits and some clever dig
Ages 4–8
The Berenstain Bears First Time Books
The Berenstain Bears: No Girls Allowed
Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain
Sister Bear is too good at baseball for the boys' comfort, so Brother Bear and his friends try to start a club that leav
Ages 4–8
Alice Low's Witches #1
The Witch Who Was Afraid of Witches
Alice Low
Tired of being bossed around by her older sisters, Wendy the little witch makes a magical Halloween discovery that helps
Ages 4–8
Ballerino Nate
Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
Nate falls in love with the beauty of ballet, but he must find the confidence to keep dancing after his brother claims i
Ages 4–8
A Fine, Fine School #1
A Fine, Fine School
Sharon Creech
Principal Keene decides that school should happen every single day, including holidays and summer, until a student helps
Ages 4–8
Daisy Comes Home
Jan Brett
Daisy the hen is swept away in a basket down the Li River, finding the courage to stand up for herself after an unexpect
Ages 4–8
Say Something!
Peter H. Reynolds
Every action, word, and whisper has the power to spark change and show the world exactly what you believe in.
Ages 4–8
That Is Not a Good Idea!
Mo Willems
Listen closely to the warnings of the baby geese in this suspenseful, clever tale where things aren't quite what they se
Ages 4–8
The Questioneers #4
Sofia Valdez, Future Prez
Andrea Beaty
When her grandfather is hurt at a dangerous landfill, Sofia Valdez decides to turn the mess into a park and faces down t
Ages 4–8
The Day the Crayons #1
The Day the Crayons Quit
Drew Daywalt
Duncan’s crayons have gone on strike. Blue is tired, Black is misunderstood, and Orange and Yellow aren't even speaking
Ages 3–8
I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark
Debbie Levy
The second woman on the Supreme Court redefined justice by standing up for what is right, proving that one voice can cha
Ages 4–9
Rock's Dream
Dee Smith
A little rock refuses to listen to doubting forest friends and sets out on a determined quest to see something grow in t
Ages 3–7
The Nutshell Library #3
One Was Johnny
Maurice Sendak
Johnny’s house is suddenly full of uninvited guests, and he must find a clever way to count them out to get his peace an
Ages 2–6
Dear Series #1
Dear Girl,
Amy Krouse Rosenthal, Paris Rosenthal
Confidence, curiosity, and the courage to speak up shine through these gentle reminders to stay true to yourself in a bi
Ages 4–8
Princess Baby #1
Princess Baby
Karen Katz
Don't call her Sweetie or Honey—this toddler is ready to tell everyone her real name is Princess Baby.
Ages 0–3
Queen Esther
Tomie dePaola
In the ancient kingdom of Persia, a brave young queen takes a terrifying risk to save her people from a deadly plot.
Ages 5–10
Love the World
Todd Parr
Vibrant colors and playful illustrations celebrate everything from trees and bees to taking a stand, showing how simple
Ages 3–6
Munsch for Kids
Thomas' Snowsuit
Robert Munsch
One stubborn boy faces off against his mother, teacher, and principal in a hilarious battle of wills over a single piece
Ages 3–7
Little People, Big Dreams #104
Taylor Swift
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
A young girl with a guitar and a notebook full of songs grows from a country music fan into a record-breaking global sup
Ages 4–7
Purple People #1
The World Needs More Purple People
Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart
Penny Purple shows how asking great questions, laughing loudly, and finding common ground with others can turn anyone in
Ages 3–7
Kevin Henkes Mice
Chrysanthemum
Kevin Henkes
Chrysanthemum thinks her name is absolutely perfect until the first day of school, when her classmates' teasing makes he
Ages 4–8
