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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+
Shoshi's Shabbat
Caryn Yacowitz
For the child (or parent) who needs a reminder to slow down, this gentle tale explores the beauty of a weekly rest throu
Ages 4–8
Auction!
Tres Seymour
A young girl steps into the fast-paced world of local auctions to bid against the town experts for a special straw hat.
Ages 4–8
Wolfpack
The Wolfpack Way
Abby Wambach
For the child who needs to find their voice within a group. This inspiring guide helps young leaders embrace their own p
Ages 4–8
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12–18 yrs
694 books
Mermaid Rock #4
Spirulina and the Pirates
Kelly McKain
For the child who loves the idea of pirates but needs to know that being clever and kind is much more powerful than bein
Ages 5–8
Amelia Westlake Was Never Here
Erin Gough
For the teen feeling powerless against unfair rules, this witty story shows how two very different girls find their voic
Ages 14–18
Graphic Library: Biographies
Cesar Chavez: Champion and Voice of Farmworkers
Suzanne Slade
For the child grappling with ideas of fairness and justice, this graphic biography explores how one man's quiet courage
Ages 8–12
Christopher Pumpkin
Sue Hendra, Paul Linnet
For the child who prefers glitter and cupcakes to ghosts and spiders, this rhyming story celebrates the joy of being exa
Ages 3–6
JoJo's Guide to the Sweet Life
JoJo Siwa
For the child who needs a boost of confidence to be their authentic self, this scrapbook-style guide offers JoJo Siwa's
Ages 8–12
Fairy Wings
Lauren Mills
Fia is mocked by the other fairies because she lacks wings, but she is the only one who can protect the kingdom when a w
Ages 5–9
The Transformation of Faith Futterman
Phyllis Shalant
Suzanne risks her status with the popular Insiders when she picks up an instrument and realizes her new best friend migh
Ages 8–12
Thomas Paine and the Dangerous Word
Sarah Jane Marsh
A penniless immigrant uses the power of his pen to spark a revolution. This biography follows Thomas Paine's resilient j
Ages 8–12
Hispanic Star #8
César Chávez
Claudia Romo Edelman, Nathalie Alonso
For children starting to notice that the world isn't always fair, this biography shows how one person's determination ca
Ages 8–12
"Slowly, Slowly, Slowly," Said the Sloth
Eric Carle
The other jungle animals think the sloth is just being lazy, but he has a very peaceful explanation for why living life
Ages 2–6
The Daughters #1
The Daughters
Joanna Philbin
For the teen feeling overshadowed by a parent's success, this story explores finding your own voice while navigating hig
Ages 12–17
Royal Academy Rebels #2
Outlaws
Jen Calonita
Kicked out of school and branded as outlaws, Devin and her friends must hide in the Hollow Woods while plotting to expos
Ages 8–12
Fifth Chinese Daughter
Jade Snow Wong
For the young reader navigating the delicate balance between family expectations and their own growing sense of independ
Ages 12–18
Signature Lives
Mercy Otis Warren: Author and Historian
Jennifer Blizin Gillis
For the student who wants to see themselves in history: discover the woman whose poems and plays fueled the American Rev
Ages 9–12
Parrots & Pirates
Elizabeth Levy
Philippa suspects a cruise ship performer is a bird-thief in disguise, leading to a tropical race to save the rare parro
Ages 8–12
The Prettiest
Brigit Young
For the middle schooler navigating the pressure of being judged by their looks or the sting of exclusion, this story exp
Ages 9–13
The Little Matador
Julian Hector
For the child who feels pressured to follow in a parent's footsteps but has their own unique passions and gentle heart.
Ages 4–8
Unscripted
Nicole Kronzer
For the teen finding their footing in a competitive world, this story explores reclaiming your power when the rules of t
Ages 14–18
The Kidnapping of Suzie Q.
Martin Waddell
For the teen processing the reality of unexpected danger. This tense survival story explores the psychological resilienc
Ages 12–16
Terry's Crew #2
Terry's Many Hats
Terry Crews
For the child with a million different interests who is being told they have to pick just one path in life.
Ages 4–8
Clever Polly and the Stupid Wolf
The Complete Adventures of Clever Polly and the Stupid Wolf
Catherine Storr
For the child who needs to know that cleverness and common sense are more powerful than any big, bad bully. A delightful
Ages 5–9
