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Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself Books for Kids | Wonderlit
2,987 books about standing up for yourself
0–3 yrs
202 books
4–7 yrs
996 books
8–11 yrs
1056 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Gracefully Grayson
Ami Polonsky
Grayson steps out of her dreams and into the spotlight of the school play, finding the courage to show the world who she
Ages 10–14
Hush
Donna Jo Napoli
Kidnapped and stripped of her royal title, an Irish princess chooses a vow of silence to reclaim her power aboard a Viki
Ages 12–18
Disney Be More
Be More Stitch
Laura Gilbert, Ellen Philpott
For the child who feels like an outsider or struggles with big emotions, this guide uses Stitch to teach self-acceptance
Ages 7–12
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694 books
Arthur Adventures #2
Arthur's Eyes
Marc Brown
Arthur is tired of being teased for his new glasses, but life without them leads to a series of hilarious and messy mish
Ages 4–8
Lennie the Lamb
Evee Sway
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit in, this rhythmic tale celebrates the beauty of being different and fi
Ages 3–7
Kevin Keller #1
Kevin
Paul Kupperberg
For the child who feels different or is navigating a new school, follow Kevin as he finds his voice, deals with bullies,
Ages 8–12
Caprice
Coe Booth
For the child carrying a heavy secret or processing a difficult past, this story offers a path toward finding your voice
Ages 10–14
It Only Happens in the Movies
Holly Bourne
For the teenager navigating the gap between cinematic romance and messy reality, this story offers a sharp, feminist loo
Ages 14–18
Beyond the Ruby Veil #1
Beyond the Ruby Veil
Mara Fitzgerald
For the teen who feels like they have to be 'good' to be worthy, this dark fantasy explores a girl who chooses power and
Ages 14–18
Against the Odds
Malala Yousafzai
Claire Throp
For the child who asks why some children can't go to school, this biography introduces a young girl who bravely stood up
Ages 7–10
The Witch, the Sword, and the Cursed Knights #4
Rapunzel Rewoven
Alexandria Rogers
For the child finding their own voice and independence while navigating complex family bonds and the desire to protect t
Ages 8–12
Rumblewick's Diary #4
My Unwilling Witch Gets a Makeover
Hiawyn Oram
For the child who prefers mud and mess over fancy dresses, or the one struggling with high-pressure social expectations
Ages 6–9
The Second-best Haunted Hotel #1
The Second-best Haunted Hotel on Mercer Street
Cory Putman Oakes
For the child who values family traditions and worries about being replaced by the latest trend. This spooky, funny myst
Ages 8–12
Matt the Gooseherd
Gyula Illyés
For the child grappling with feelings of unfairness or being bullied by someone in power, this clever folk tale shows ho
Ages 7–11
Our Australian Girl: Daisy #1
Daisy in the Mansion
Michelle Hamer
For the child curious about history and the reality of growing up fast, this story explores finding your voice while wor
Ages 8–12
Slamdown Town #1
Ragtag Team
Maxwell Nicoll, Matthew Smith
For the child who feels small in a world of giants, this high-energy tale explores how to find your own strength without
Ages 8–12
Goose Chase
Patrice Kindl
An enchanted goose girl flees a cruel king and narrow-minded princes, braving ogresses and imprisonment to discover her
Ages 10–14
Point Horror
Krazy 4 U
A. Bates
For the teenager navigating the intense world of high school crushes and learning to trust their instincts when attentio
Ages 12–17
The Cupcake Club #1
Peace, Love, and Cupcakes
Sheryl Berk, Carrie Berk
For the child who feels like an outsider at school and is looking for a way to find their tribe while dealing with trick
Ages 8–12
I Had Trouble in Getting to Solla Sollew
Dr. Seuss
A determined traveler sets off for the city of Solla Sollew to escape every worry, only to find that even paradise has i
Ages 4–8
Gumby's Circus
Holly Harman
When bullies try to ruin the fun of the big top, a helpful elephant named Denali steps in to save the show for Gumby and
Ages 3–7
This Book Is Anti-Racist: 20 Lessons on How to Wake Up, Take Action, and Do the Work
Tiffany Jewell
These twenty essential lessons provide the vocabulary and tools needed to understand true history, confront injustice, a
Ages 10–16
Andi's War
Billi Rosen
While her parents are away fighting in the Greek Civil War, young Andi must find the strength to stand up to a local bul
Ages 10–14
I'm Not a Baby!
Jill McElmurry
Leo Leotardi is growing up fast, but he faces a funny and frustrating challenge: his entire family still insists on trea
Ages 4–8