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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+
Brer Rabbit and Boss Lion
Brad Kessler
Boss Lion is hungry and the whole village is on the menu, but clever B'rer Rabbit is ready to prove that brains are much
Ages 4–8
Soldier for Equality
Duncan Tonatiuh
For the child noticing that the world isn't always fair, this biography shows how one veteran used his voice to fight fo
Ages 6–10
Sharice's Big Voice: A Native Kid Becomes a Congresswoman
Sharice Davids, Nancy K. Mays
Sharice Davids ignores the doubters who questioned her background to become one of the first Native American women ever
Ages 4–9
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694 books
Orphan Eleven
Gennifer Choldenko
Four children flee a harsh orphanage in 1939, searching for a new life and a sense of belonging within the colorful worl
Ages 8–12
Queen of the Diamond
Emily Arnold McCully
For the child who needs a boost of confidence to join a game where they feel like the odd one out, or anyone told they c
Ages 4–9
The No-Girlfriend Rule
Christen Randall
For the teen girl finding her voice and learning to set boundaries after a controlling relationship, all while discoveri
Ages 14–18
Barnard Biography Series
Elizabeth Blackwell: A Doctor's Triumph
Nancy Kline
Journal entries and historical records reveal how one woman defied every mid-1800s restriction to become the first femal
Ages 12–18
Cheer Up!: Love and Pompoms
Crystal Frasier
For teens navigating the pressure to fit in while staying true to their identity, this graphic novel explores finding ac
Ages 14–18
Girls Know Best #5
Enough Is Enough
Michelle Roehm McCann
For the young person feeling overwhelmed by world events who wants to turn their passion for justice into real-world act
Ages 10–16
The Story of Movie Star Anna May Wong
Paula Yoo
Wong Liu Tsong broke barriers to become the first Chinese American film star, building an international legacy that stre
Ages 8–12
Who's Changing the World?
Taking Action for Civil and Political Rights
Eric Braun
For the young person who sees unfairness in the world and wants to help. This guide empowers middle schoolers to turn th
Ages 10–14
On the Subject of Unmentionable Things
Julia Walton
Phoebe is a perfect rule-follower by day, but her secret life as an anonymous sex-ed blogger is about to go viral and ch
Ages 14–18
Girl Running
Annette Bay Pimentel
For the child who has been told they aren't strong enough or big enough to try. This inspiring true story shows how one
Ages 4–8
Sunnyside Plaza
Scott Simon
When a series of tragic deaths shakes their group home, Sally and her friends must find a way to make the world listen t
Ages 8–12
Max and Friends #1
Call Me Max
Kyle Lukoff
Max starts his first days of school and begins the brave process of finding the right words to tell his new friends who
Ages 5–8
Molly's Family
Nancy Garden
Molly loves her mommy and her momma, but after a classmate's comment, her school learns that every family is special in
Ages 4–8
You Can Stop Bullying: Stand by or Stand Up?
Connie Colwell Miller
Empower your child to move from bystander to ally. This interactive guide uses real-world scenarios to help kids practic
Ages 5–9
Loud Mouse #2
Proud Mouse
Cara Mentzel, Idina Menzel
For the child who feels like they are living in the shadow of a high achieving brother or sister and needs help finding
Ages 4–8
Social Skills for Teens
Discover Press
Navigating the digital world of social media requires new ways of connecting, sharing ideas, and building communities in
Ages 12–18
Dancing Larry
Daniel Pinkwater
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit the mold of their favorite hobby or who has been told they aren't the
Ages 4–8
The Landry News
Andrew Clements
When a fifth-grader’s bold editorial wakes up her unmotivated teacher, a classroom battle begins that puts the First Ame
Ages 8–12
Bright Star
Yuyi Morales
For the child who feels overwhelmed by a big, noisy world and needs a reminder of their inner strength and the beauty th
Ages 4–8
The Great US and Britain Breakup
Baby Professor
For the child curious about why America is a separate country, this visual guide breaks down the complex reasons behind
Ages 7–10
Lincoln Mendoza #1
Taking Sides
Gary Soto
Lincoln Mendoza faces divided loyalties and social friction when he leaves his inner-city home to become the only Latino
Ages 10–14
