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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+
Private Lessons
Cynthia Salaysay
For the teenager navigating the thin line between intense ambition and manipulation within a high-pressure mentor relati
Ages 14–18
A Weekend with Wendell
Kevin Henkes
For the child hosting a bossy playmate who takes over every game. This classic story helps quiet children find their voi
Ages 4–8
You're Dead to Me, Reed Walker
Gwenyth Reitz
For the teenager navigating the fallout of a broken friendship and the messy social hierarchies of high school while try
Ages 12–18
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694 books
Little Secrets #4
The Mystery Girl
Emily Blake
After a suspicious fire at the Diamond Estate and a massive social betrayal by her cousin, Alison declares war to find t
Ages 10–14
Almost Identical #2
Twice as Nice
Lin Oliver
Charlie faces a difficult choice when the popular girls only want her back in the clique for her high grades and her twi
Ages 10–14
Kat, Incorrigible #1
Kat, Incorrigible
Stephanie Burgis
For the child who feels the weight of family expectations and wants to find their own voice. A spirited 12-year-old uses
Ages 8–12
NERDS #5
Attack of the Bullies
Michael Buckley
For the child finding their place in the school social hierarchy. Unlikely heroes turn their perceived weaknesses into s
Ages 8–12
By the Light of the Halloween Moon
Caroline Stutson
A little girl's tapping toe catches the attention of a growing parade of midnight spooks, from a cat to a ghoul, in this
Ages 3–7
Ida B. Wells: Mother of the Civil Rights Movement
Dennis Brindell Fradin, Judith Bloom Fradin
Letters, photographs, and powerful speeches reveal how Ida B. Wells fought against injustice and helped lead the way for
Ages 10–14
Team Cheer #4
Save Our Squad, Gaby
Jen Jones
Budget cuts threaten to end the Greenview cheerleading squad, but Gaby and her friends refuse to stay quiet as they orga
Ages 8–12
Greta and Gracie #1
Christmas for Greta and Gracie
Yasmeen Ismail
Chatty Greta usually takes the lead, but a mysterious Christmas Eve sound gives quiet Gracie a chance to find her own vo
Ages 3–7
Bootsie Barker Bites
Barbara Bottner
Bootsie Barker is a terror who only plays games that involve biting, until a clever friend finds a way to change the rul
Ages 4–8
She's Wearing a Dead Bird on Her Head!
Kathryn Lasky
For the child who loves animals and wants to speak up against unfairness. See how two women turned their outrage into ac
Ages 5–10
Fighting for Yes! The Story of Disability Rights Activist Judith Heumann
Maryann Cocca-Leffler
For the child who feels frustrated by unfair rules or being told no. Discover how Judy Heumann turned a lifetime of 'no'
Ages 6–10
Ratchet #1
This Journal Belongs to Ratchet
Nancy J. Cavanaugh
In the pages of her personal journal, eleven-year-old Ratchet navigates her life as a homeschooled mechanic while trying
Ages 8–12
Kid Blink Beats the World
Don Brown
For the child who feels small in a world of big rules: discover how a group of kids changed history by standing together
Ages 6–10
Benny and Penny #3
The Toy Breaker
Geoffrey Hayes
Benny and Penny try to protect their favorite toys from their pestering cousin Bo during a backyard treasure hunt.
Ages 4–7
Owen Foote #6
Owen Foote, Mighty Scientist
Stephanie Greene
For the young explorer who loves experiments but feels nervous about school bullies and the pressure of the big science
Ages 6–9
Out! How to be Your Authentic Self
Miles McKenna
For the teen exploring their gender identity or sexual orientation, this graphic-heavy guide offers a roadmap for coming
Ages 12–18
North of Beautiful
Justina Chen
Terra hides her scarred face and follows her father's rules until an unexpected collision with a quirky Goth boy forces
Ages 13–18
The Baby-Sitters Club: Friends Forever #3
Mary Anne's Big Breakup
Ann M. Martin
For the middle grader navigating the bittersweet realization that a first relationship has run its course and it is time
Ages 8–12
Get to Know Your Government
Elizabeth Warren: Get to Know the Persistent Politician
Dani Gabriel
For the child who needs to know that hard work and staying the course can lead to big changes. This biography follows El
Ages 7–10
Celeste's Harlem Renaissance
Eleanora E. Tate
For the child feeling out of place after a big move, this story explores finding your voice and staying true to your roo
Ages 8–12
Art Club
Rashad Doucet
For the child who feels their creative talents aren't valued at school or needs the courage to stand up for their hobbie
Ages 8–12
