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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+
Jericho Walls
Kristi Collier
A preacher’s daughter faces the harsh realities of prejudice and rigid social rules while trying to find her place in a
Ages 9–13
The Rumpelstiltskin Problem
Vivian Vande Velde
Very funny and appealing alternate versions of the fairy tale.
Ages 8–12
Bruno's Hat
Canizales
For the child who felt pressured to join in when others were being unkind. A vibrant story about the bravery it takes to
Ages 4–8
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12–18 yrs
726 books
Dauntless Path #2
The Theft of Sunlight
Intisar Khanani
For the teen navigating the world with a physical disability who wants to see their strength, resilience, and sharp mind
Ages 13–18
The Mouse Who Played Football
Brian Westbrook Sr., Lesley Van Arsdall
For the child who has been told they aren't big enough, fast enough, or strong enough to follow their biggest dreams.
Ages 4–8
Young Royals #2
Isabel: Jewel of Castilla, Spain, 1466
Carolyn Meyer
For the young reader navigating high stakes and family pressure, this diary explores the courage needed to stand firm in
Ages 9–14
Goosebumps Series 2000 #6
Creature Teacher
R. L. Stine
For the child who feels like school is a total nightmare. This spooky, silly tale helps kids face their classroom anxiet
Ages 8–12
Freshman Dorm #13
Freshman Feud
Linda A. Cooney
For the teenager navigating the messy reality of new friendships and old rivalries while trying to find their place in a
Ages 14–18
Audition & Subtraction
Amy Fellner Dominy
Tatum is desperate to win the final clarinet spot in the District Honor Band, but the competition might cost her the per
Ages 8–12
The Keeper #1
Awakening
O.L. Ramos
For the teenager who feels like they are being watched or judged by every adult in their life and yearns to break free f
Ages 12–17
Pilandok #1
Pilandok and the Crocodile
Victoria Anonuevo
Crocodiles guard the riverbank, but they are no match for the quick-thinking wit of Pilandok in this clever and amusing
Ages 6–10
Martha Speaks #1
Martha Speaks
Susan Meddaugh
For the family whose pet is more than just a dog, this hilarious story explores what happens when your four-legged frien
Ages 4–8
Holding Her Own: The Exceptional Life of Jackie Ormes
Traci Todd
For the child who loves to draw and wants to know how art can change the world. Discover the story of a trailblazer who
Ages 7–10
Mrs. Chicken and the Hungry Crocodile
Margaret H. Lippert
For the child learning to navigate tricky situations through quick thinking and words rather than force. A clever chicke
Ages 4–8
Kat, Incorrigible #2
Renegade Magic
Stephanie Burgis
For the child who bristles at restrictive rules, Kat's journey through Regency England proves that staying true to yours
Ages 8–12
Little People, Big Dreams #40
Greta Thunberg
María Isabel Sánchez Vegara
For the child who feels small in a big world, this biography shows how one person's voice can spark a global movement fo
Ages 4–8
Little People, Big Dreams #44
Aretha Franklin
María Isabel Sánchez Vegara
For the child who loves to sing or needs to see how finding your own voice can change the world and inspire a movement.
Ages 4–7
Marisol McDonald #1
Marisol McDonald Doesn't Match
Monica Brown
A creative Peruvian-Scottish girl finds that choosing matching clothes and coordinated art only makes her miserable when
Ages 4–8
Sense Pass King
Katrin Hyman Tchana
For the child who needs to know that intelligence and grace are more powerful than status or bullying by those in charge
Ages 5–9
George Crum and the Saratoga Chip
Gaylia Taylor
A clever chef transforms a kitchen frustration into the crunchy invention of the potato chip, brought to life through ex
Ages 6–10
Ho'onani: Hula Warrior
Heather Gale
Ho’onani feels she is neither girl nor boy, finding her place and her voice as she leads a traditional Hawaiian hula cha
Ages 4–8
Say Something, Perico
Trudy Harris
A misunderstood parrot searches for a place where he truly fits in, eventually finding a warm bilingual home that unders
Ages 4–8
K.A. Mulenga's Animal Adventures
Patty the Pink Pug
K.A. Mulenga
For the child who feels like the odd one out. This gentle story helps little ones embrace their unique traits when they
Ages 3–8
The Zero Enigma #1
The Zero Blessing
Christopher G. Nuttall
For the teenager who feels like they don't fit the mold, this story explores finding your own unique path when you lack
Ages 12–17
