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Standing Up for Yourself

Standing Up for Yourself Books for Kids | Wonderlit

3,128 books about standing up for yourself

0–3 yrs214 books

4–7 yrs1045 books

8–11 yrs1095 books

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

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Wings of a Dream

For the teen feeling trapped by others' expectations: follow Rebekah as she defies 1917 social norms to pursue her dange

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Making Smart Choices about Violence, Gangs, and Bullying

Matthew Monteverde

For middle and high school students navigating tough social pressures, this guide offers clear strategies to stay safe f

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The True Story of a Mouse Who Never Asked for It

Ana Cristina Herreros

For the adolescent navigating complex relationships, this striking retelling explores the vital importance of personal a

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12–18 yrs

726 books

Cover of I May Be Shy, But I'm Not Invisible!

I May Be Shy, But I'm Not Invisible!

Florence Malchi

For the child who feels overlooked or nervous in groups, this book validates their quiet nature while helping them find

Ages 4–8

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Secrets that Sparkle (and Secrets that Sting)

Joy Stephenson-Laws

For the child learning to navigate social boundaries, this book explains the difference between fun surprises and unsafe

Cover of Edna Elephant Stops Bullying at School

Edna Elephant Stops Bullying at School

Bernetta L. Simmons

For the child who needs a boost of confidence to stand up against mean behavior or for a class looking to build a kinder

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Horrid Henry #6

Horrid Henry's Revenge

Francesca Simon

For the child who feels like things are never fair or needs an outlet for their big, mischievous feelings about siblings

Cover of Rosa Parks

Brianna-Ann Awahnde

For the child noticing when things aren't fair, this biography explores how one quiet act of courage can spark a movemen

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I Have Non-Verbal Learning Disability and That's Okay

For the child who experiences the world differently and is learning to explain their Non-Verbal Learning Disability to f

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Wimpy Is the New Cool

Zainab Abdullahi

For the child who feels like they don't fit in or worries their quiet nature is a weakness. This guide helps kids turn s

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Walking Two Worlds

Follow the early life of Ely Parker as he grows from a young Seneca boy into the powerful leader of the Iroquois nation

Cover of Olinguito Speaks Up: Olinguito alza la voz

Olinguito Speaks Up: Olinguito alza la voz

Cecilia Velástegui

For the curious child who loves rare animals and the planet, this bilingual tale introduces the elusive olinguito and th

Cover of Singer

Fleeing her dangerous mother, Gwenore finds sanctuary with a circle of healers and sets out on a mythical quest to save

Cover of Splinters

Kevin Sylvester

Cindy dreams of the hockey rink instead of a ballroom in this funny, athletic reimagining of the Cinderella story where

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The Confidence Code #3

Living the Confidence Code

Katty Kay, Claire Shipman, Jillellyn Riley

For the girl who is afraid to fail or try something new, these real-life stories show how to turn self-doubt into action

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Ellen Wittlinger

For the teenager navigating the gap between logic and a parent's sudden, overwhelming change in beliefs while processing

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Emmy in the Key of Code

For the girl trying to find her place in a new school, this novel in verse celebrates the harmony found when music and c

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The Secret Language of Birds

For the child who feels more at home in nature than in social circles. A quiet girl discovers a rare secret that helps h

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Notes From a Young Black Chef: A Memoir (Adapted for Young Adults)

Kwame Onwuachi with Joshua David Stein

Kwame Onwuachi shares his difficult rise from the Bronx to the heights of fine dining, navigating racism and poverty to

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Marci's Secret Book of Dating

Seventh-grader Marci attempts to master the rules of dating to land a Valentine's dance date, only to find herself crush

Cover of I Am a Tiger

A small mouse is absolutely convinced he is a fierce tiger, and he has a very funny way of trying to prove it to everyon

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Queen of Physics

Chien-Shiung Wu became a trailblazing nuclear physicist, overcoming immense barriers and proving her brilliance in a wor

Cover of Protected

For the teenager grappling with a life-shattering loss, this moving story explores how to find your voice and piece toge

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Alphabuddies #1

Alphabuddies: G Is First!

Beth Bacon, Karen Kane

The alphabet song might never be the same after the letter G decides it is tired of waiting in line and demands to go fi