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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+
Backfield Boys
John Feinstein
John Feinstein brings his expertise as a veteran sportswriter to this gripping look at the high-stakes world of competit
Ages 12–17
Indigo and Ida
Heather Murphy Capps
Eighth-grader Indigo risks her social standing and friendships when she uses the legacy of Ida B. Wells to fight modern
Ages 10–14
Sassy #1
Little Sister Is Not My Name
Sharon M. Draper
For the child who feels overlooked as the youngest or smallest in the family and is ready to prove they have a big voice
Ages 7–10
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12–18 yrs
694 books
Why We Fly
Gilly Segal, Kimberly Jones
For the teen grappling with the social and personal consequences of standing up for what they believe in, even when it r
Ages 12–18
EllRay Jakes #1
EllRay Jakes Is Not a Chicken!
Sally Warner
For the child navigating the tricky social waters of third grade, this story explores the pressure to prove oneself whil
Ages 6–9
A Seed in the Sun
Aida Salazar
A young farmworker finds her voice and her strength when she joins Dolores Huerta and other activists in the historic 19
Ages 8–12
Daffodil
Emily Jenkins
For the child who feels lost in a crowd or restricted by family expectations, this story celebrates the courage it takes
Ages 4–8
This Girl is Different
J. J. Johnson
For the teen who feels out of place in their traditional school environment and is ready to advocate for a different way
Ages 12–18
Take the Mic: Fictional Stories of Everyday Resistance
Bethany C. Morrow
For teens navigating a world that feels unfair, this anthology provides a powerful mirror for those learning to stand up
Ages 12–18
A Heart Divided
Cherie Bennett, Jeff Gottesfeld
Moving to the South sparks a personal and political awakening for Kate as she writes a play about the local controversy
Ages 12–18
The Three Billy Goats Gruff
written and illustrated by Jerry Pinkney
Lush watercolor illustrations bring new life to the classic tale of three clever goats facing off against the hungry tro
Ages 4–8
If a Bus Could Talk: The Story of Rosa Parks
Faith Ringgold
A bus tells the powerful story of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery boycott that changed history through a single act of qui
Ages 5–9
Black Jack: The Ballad of Jack Johnson
Charles R. Smith Jr.
Rhythmic text and vibrant collage art celebrate the perseverance of Jack Johnson, the first African American heavyweight
Ages 6–10
Lotus Bloom and the Afro Revolution
Sherri Winston
Peace-loving violinist Lotus Bloom must find her inner strength when she decides to challenge a discriminatory dress cod
Ages 8–12
Born Just Right
Jordan Reeves, Jen Lee Reeves
For the child navigating a limb difference or any physical difference, this memoir celebrates the power of self-advocacy
Ages 8–12
Not Done Yet: Shirley Chisholm's Fight for Change
Tameka Fryer Brown
For the child who wonders if one person can really make a difference, this inspiring biography shows how bravery and per
Ages 4–8
Deer Run Home
Ann Clare LeZotte
Intense free verse tells the story of a Deaf girl relying on her sister and her own inner strength to survive a difficul
Ages 10–14
My Mother Sends Her Wisdom
Louise McClenathan
A clever peasant woman relies on her sharp wits to protect her family farm from a greedy money lender in this tale of br
Ages 5–9
What I Like About Me
Jenna Guillaume
For the teenager struggling with body image who needs to know they are enough exactly as they are, even in a world obses
Ages 13–17
A Woman for President: The Story of Victoria Woodhull
Kathleen Krull
Victoria Woodhull leads the charge for women's suffrage by launching a historic run for the White House in 1872, long be
Ages 6–10
Marching with Aunt Susan
Claire Rudolf Murphy
For the child who notices when rules aren't fair: follow young Bessie as she discovers the power of her own voice alongs
Ages 6–9
For the Right to Learn
Rebecca Langston-George
Malala Yousafzai stands up for the right of every girl to go to school, surviving a dangerous attack to become a global
Ages 8–11
How to Be a Lion
Ed Vere
For the child who feels they don't quite fit the mold and needs encouragement to stay true to their gentle heart despite
Ages 3–7
American Panda
Gloria Chao
For the teenager navigating the heavy weight of family expectations while trying to find their own voice and follow thei
Ages 14–18
