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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+
Hard Wired
Len Vlahos
For the teen questioning what makes them 'real,' this sci-fi thriller explores the boundaries of human consciousness and
Ages 14–18
LGBTQ
Kelly Huegel Madrone
For the teenager navigating their identity or looking for support. This guide provides clarity on coming out, social iss
Ages 13–18
Ten Things I Hate About Me
Randa Abdel-Fattah
For the teen feeling the heavy weight of double lives and the pressure to trade their cultural identity for social accep
Ages 12–17
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Three Billy Goats Gruff, The
Janet Stevens
A troll in for a surprise meets three goats in diapers and leather jackets in this energetic, humorous retelling of the
Ages 4–8
Speaking Out: LGBTQ Youth Stand Up
Steve Berman
For the teenager looking for a sense of belonging and the courage to be themselves after coming out.
Ages 12–18
Tituba of Salem Village
Ann Petry
As the fever of the Salem witch trials spreads, a slave named Tituba finds herself at the center of the accusations, fig
Ages 11–15
Girls Resist!
KaeLyn Rich
For the teen who sees unfairness in the world and wants to take action. This handbook provides practical tools for organ
Ages 12–18
Guji Guji
Chih-Yuan Chen
For the child who feels different from their peers or family, this charming tale celebrates the beauty of chosen family
Ages 3–7
Native American Women of Achievement
Stuart A. Kallen
For the student seeking role models who look like them, these inspiring biographies celebrate Indigenous women who chang
Ages 10–16
Black Ice
Lorene Cary
An African American student navigates the challenges of an elite, mostly white boarding school while finding her voice a
Ages 14–18
The Disability Experience: Working Toward Belonging
Hannalora Leavitt
For the teen or young adult navigating a world not always built for them, this guide explores the history, pride, and li
Ages 12–18
Sweet Land of Liberty
Deborah Hopkinson
For the child learning about fairness and the courage it takes to change the world. Discover how a historic concert help
Ages 4–8
Ada Potato
Judith Caseley
When older children tease her about her music, Ada puts her violin away until her mother helps her find the courage to h
Ages 4–8
The Morganville Vampires #1
Glass Houses
Rachel Caine
College student Claire Danvers must survive the dangerous streets of Morganville, Texas, a city where humans and vampire
Ages 14–18
Emotional Me #1
Angry Me
Sandra V. Feder
For the child who experiences overwhelming waves of frustration, this gentle guide helps them recognize how anger feels
Ages 3–6
The Mouse Who Wouldn't Give Up
Koukouvaya Kids
For the young reader who loves a good mystery and needs to see that persistence pays off when standing up for what is ri
Ages 8–12
Dealing with Bullying
Teasing Isn't Funny
Melissa Higgins
For the child who needs help understanding the line between a joke and a jab, this guide helps kids navigate social boun
Ages 4–8
Huda F Are You?
Huda Fahmy
After moving to a town where everyone wears a hijab, Huda realizes she can't rely on her clothes to define her and must
Ages 12–18
How to Train Your Dragon #1
How to Train Your Dragon
Cressida Cowell
Hiccup is far from a typical Viking hero, but his journey from a quiet, overlooked boy to a dragon-whisperer proves that
Ages 7–11
Shine, My Amazing Girl
Emma Meyer
For the young girl who needs a gentle reminder of her own capabilities and inner light. This collection helps build self
Ages 5–9
Squished
Megan Wagner Lloyd
For the child who feels overwhelmed by a crowded home or a lack of privacy, this relatable story explores the challenge
Ages 8–12
People in the News
Coretta Scott King
Anne Wallace Sharp
For the young reader curious about the women who shaped history, this biography explores Coretta Scott King's life as a
Ages 10–15
The Cadet of Tildor
Alex Lidell
For the teen who feels like an outsider and is determined to prove their worth through grit and hard work in a world tha
Ages 12–18
Pink is Just a Color and so is Blue
Niki Bhatia
For the child who feels pressured to fit into traditional roles, this book celebrates the freedom to choose what you lov
Ages 3–7
