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Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself Books for Kids | Wonderlit
3,126 books about standing up for yourself
0–3 yrs
214 books
4–7 yrs
1043 books
8–11 yrs
1095 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
A Boy and a Jaguar
Alan Rabinowitz
A young boy who struggles to speak find his true voice among the animals at the zoo, sparking a lifelong mission to prot
Ages 4–8
Yoon #3
Yoon and the Jade Bracelet
Helen Recorvits
Yoon hopes a special jade bracelet from her grandmother will provide the connection she needs to make a new friend and f
Ages 5–9
Shredderman #1
Secret Identity
Wendelin Van Draanen
Nolan fights back against his longtime bully by launching a secret website where truth, justice, and the mysterious Shre
Ages 8–12
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12–18 yrs
726 books
Hazel Hill Is Gonna Win This One
Maggie Horne
For the middle schooler learning to find their voice when they see unfairness or harassment affecting their friends.
Ages 8–12
Speaking Our Truth
Monique Gray Smith
For the teenager who has lost their voice after a traumatic event. A powerful story about the healing power of art and t
Ages 13–18
A Guide to Bullying for Kids
Roseanne Nyoike
Practical strategies and relatable stories show how to stand tall against unkindness and become the hero of your own soc
Ages 7–11
Keep It Together, Keiko Carter
Debbi Michiko Florence
Junior high brings a wave of new social pressures, boyfriends, and distance between best friends as Keiko tries to hold
Ages 8–12
Air
Monica Roe
Twelve-year-old Emmie is determined to prove her independence and master wheelchair motocross stunts despite a mishap th
Ages 8–12
FAB Club #1
FAB Club
Alex Hallatt
After being targeted by a local gang, a group of kids forms a club to stand up for one another and find a way to stop th
Ages 8–12
Bullies are like balloons
Sameer Kochure
For children facing intimidating behavior, this rhythmic guide helps them see that bullies are just full of 'hot air' an
Ages 4–9
Owen Foote #3
Owen Foote, Frontiersman
Stephanie Greene
Armed with a coonskin cap and pepper flakes, Owen heads into the woods to protect his fort from a group of local bullies
Ages 6–9
Quite Contrary Man: A True American Tale, The
Patricia Rusch Hyatt
For the child who feels like an outsider for their unique choices, this true story celebrates the courage it takes to be
Ages 5–9
Dear Medusa
Olivia Cole
Trauma has made Alicia feel like a monster in the halls of her school, until mysterious letters and a new spark of attra
Ages 14–18
Dynomike #10
Proud To Be Me
Frankie B. Rabbit
Summer camp brings a difficult encounter with a bully, but Dynomike discovers that the most powerful tool he has to prot
Ages 3–8
Joy and Drew Deal with Bullying
Seletha Marie Head Tucker M S
For children navigating the challenges of social dynamics both in the classroom and on their devices at home.
Ages 6–10
Clever Tortoise
Francesca Martin
For the child who feels small in a world of giants: a vibrant West African folktale celebrating how wit and cleverness c
Ages 4–8
Strong as Fire, Fierce as Flame
Supriya Kelkar
Fleeing a forced marriage in 1857 India, Meera finds work in a British household and realizes she must fight for true in
Ages 8–12
Tommy James #1
The Littlest Cowboy in Reckon
Maria Ashworth
For the child who feels small in a world of big personalities. This story follows a determined little cowboy who uses hi
Ages 4–8
The Bully Book
Eric Kahn Gale
For the child navigating the complex social hierarchies of middle school or feeling like an outsider, this mystery offer
Ages 9–13
Speak Up!
Miranda Paul
For the child learning to navigate social hurdles, this encouraging book shows how small acts of bravery and speaking up
Ages 4–8
Kind of Spark, A
Elle McNicoll
Eleven-year-old Addie fights to honor the memory of women accused of witchcraft in her village while navigating her own
Ages 9–12
The Legendary Miss Lena Horne
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the child learning that standing up for what is right is just as important as sharing your talents with the world.
Ages 4–9
Doxie Stands Tall
Faith Augustine
Doxie is a clumsy, fun-loving dachshund who learns to find her inner voice and stand up to the local park pups with help
Ages 4–9
Sojourner Truth: Ain't I a Woman?
Patricia C. McKissack
Follow the life of a legendary orator and activist who rose from slavery to become a powerful voice for women's rights a
Ages 8–14
