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Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself Books for Kids | Wonderlit
3,128 books about standing up for yourself
0–3 yrs
214 books
4–7 yrs
1045 books
8–11 yrs
1095 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
The Brave and Courageous Story of Young Jewish Girl Esther
Libki Dona
For the child needing a boost of courage to do the right thing, this biblical retelling shows how even an orphan can gro
Ages 6–10
Being Me: A Kid's Guide to Boosting Confidence and Self-Esteem
Wendy L. Moss
For the pre-teen navigating the ups and downs of middle school social life, this guide offers practical tools to handle
Ages 8–13
In Your Powerzone
Mia Reyes
For the young reader struggling with self-doubt or feeling overwhelmed by peer pressure, this guide provides tools to re
Ages 10–15
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The Joy of Spooking #1
Fiendish Deeds
P. J. Bracegirdle
Joy Wells takes a stand against greedy politicians who want to pave over the mysterious Spooking Bog and turn it into a
Ages 8–12
Macaroni Boy
Katherine Ayres
Mike Costa must outsmart a bully while solving a mystery in his Pittsburgh neighborhood during the Great Depression.
Ages 8–12
Looks
Madeleine George
Two high school outsiders, an anorexic poet and an obese loner, form an unlikely alliance to survive the betrayals of th
Ages 14–18
Funny, You Don't Look Autistic
Michael McCreary
A fulfilling and funny life on the autism spectrum is revealed through personal stories that move far beyond clinical de
Ages 12–18
The Fabled Life of Aesop: The Extraordinary Journey and Collected Tales of the World's Greatest Storyteller
Ian Lendler
A clever storyteller finds his freedom through the power of fables and allegories in this detailed look at how Aesop cha
Ages 8–12
Ibtihaj Muhammad
Daniel R. Faust
For the child who needs to see that staying true to their identity is a superpower. Learn how Ibtihaj Muhammad broke bar
Ages 8–12
You Call This Democracy?: How to Fix Our Government and Deliver Power to the People
Elizabeth Rusch
Gerrymandering and the electoral college can feel like broken systems, but diagrams and data show how active teenagers c
Ages 12–18
Campfire Graphic Novels
Ambedkar: India’s Crusader for Human Rights
Kieron Moore
For the young reader asking why some people are treated unfairly, this graphic novel explores the courage needed to chal
Ages 10–16
Ella the Elephant #1
Ella the Elegant Elephant
Carmela D'Amico, Steven D'Amico
A young elephant finds the confidence to navigate a brand-new town and a daunting first day of school with the help of a
Ages 4–8
Empowering Self-Esteem for Young Girls Building Confidence and Strength
Devon Ashley Abbruzzese
For the girl navigating the tricky middle school years, this guide offers tools to quiet self-doubt, handle social stres
Ages 8–12
Ballroom Dancing is For Wimps
Rachel Wilson
For the child who feels pressured to fit in or worries that their interests might be judged, this story celebrates findi
Ages 8–12
The Vigilante Poets of Selwyn Academy
Kate Hattemer
Ethan and his friends wage a secret war of poetry against the phony reality TV show taking over their Minnesota arts hig
Ages 13–18
Cowboy Slim
Julie Danneberg
Slim might not be the best at roping or riding, but his unique talent for poetry ends up being the very thing that saves
Ages 4–8
Battle Dress
Amy Efaw
Andi pushes herself to the breaking point as she faces the grueling physical and emotional demands of her first year at
Ages 14–18
Millionaire Bear, A Story About Overcoming Bullying
Mary Albert
For the child who feels like an outsider or has been picked on for being different. This story redefines what it means t
Ages 5–9
RBG's Brave and Brilliant Women: 33 Jewish Women to Inspire Everyone
Nadine Epstein, Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg shares the stories of thirty-three influential Jewish women, from biblical figures to modern
Ages 8–12
Egbert turns red
Philipp Winterberg
For the child who experiences big, hot feelings when being teased, this simple story explores how anger manifests and th
Ages 2–5
Moonbear #2
Bread and Honey
Frank Asch
For the child who worries their creative work isn't good enough or feels pressured to change their ideas based on what o
Ages 3–7
Pale Male: Citizen Hawk of New York City
Janet Schulman
When a red-tailed hawk builds a nest atop a swanky Fifth Avenue apartment, an international outcry erupts as New Yorkers
Ages 5–9
Poems about Anger by America's Children
Kathleen Winkler
Poems about Anger by America's Children
Ages 8–12
Nix Minus One
Jill MacLean
Quiet Nix navigates the rocky shores of a Newfoundland village, balancing the weight of his strict parents and his siste
Ages 14–18
