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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+
Jonah Winter's Picture Book Biographies
Ruth Bader Ginsburg: The Case of R.B.G. vs. Inequality
Jonah Winter
For the child noticing when things aren't fair, this courtroom framed biography shows how one girl from Brooklyn changed
Ages 6–9
A Conspiracy of Stars
Olivia A. Cole
For the teenager grappling with systemic unfairness or questioning the ethical cost of their community's progress.
Ages 14–18
The Laura Line
Crystal Allen
For the child struggling with self-image and peer pressure, this story shows how discovering your family's resilient his
Ages 8–12
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694 books
Here and Queer: A Queer Girl's Guide to Life
Rowan Ellis
For the teen or tween navigating her queer identity. This supportive guide offers practical advice on coming out, buildi
Ages 12–18
The Violents #1
The Myth of June
A. B. Daniels Annachi
The classic legend of the gorgons is transformed as Medusa steps out from the shadows to become the hero of her own epic
Ages 13–18
The Problem with the Other Side
Kwame Ivery
Sallie and Uly find their romance caught in the middle of a bitter school election as their own sisters lead rival campa
Ages 14–18
Call Me Al
Wali Shah and Eric Walters
For the child finding their voice through art while balancing the expectations of family, faith, and fitting in at a new
Ages 9–12
Ike LaRue #4
LaRue for Mayor
Mark Teague
Determined to stop a strict new leash law, Ike the dog launches his own mayoral campaign while sending hilarious updates
Ages 5–9
Very Important People
Mahalia Jackson: Freedom's Voice
Denise Lewis Patrick
For the child who needs to see how one voice can change history, this biography explores the power of using your unique
Ages 8–12
Ma'ii and Cousin Horned Toad
Shonto Begay
A lazy coyote learns a lesson he will never forget after trying to trick his hardworking cousin, Horned Toad, out of his
Ages 5–9
Freya #1
Freya
Matthew Laurence
For the teen exploring their own identity while navigating a world that demands they conform to corporate and social exp
Ages 12–17
Dogfish Stands Up to Bullying
Rita Reed
Pink Dolphin is having a sad first day at Rainforest Elementary until Dogfish and a group of kind friends step in to sho
Ages 4–8
You're Welcome, Universe
Whitney Gardner
A Deaf protagonist uses street art and creative defiance to claim her space in a world that often refuses to listen.
Ages 12–18
Colin Fischer
Ashley Edward Miller, Zack Stentz
For the child who experiences the world through logic and observation, finding their own unique way to navigate school s
Ages 12–16
Lion on the Inside: How One Girl Changed Basketball (CitizenKid series)
Megan Hoyt
Katalin Kariko’s lifelong determination to understand messenger RNA paved the way for a world-saving vaccine in this ins
Ages 6–10
What My Mother Doesn't Know #2
What My Girlfriend Doesn't Know
Sonya Sones
Ninth-grader Sophie Stein navigates the daily highs and lows of high school life, from romantic crushes to family strugg
Ages 12–17
I Am an American: The Wong Kim Ark Story
Martha Brockenbrough, Grace Lin
Wong Kim Ark is told he is not American after a trip abroad, leading him to fight a landmark Supreme Court case to prove
Ages 6–10
Papa, Daddy, & Riley
Seamus Kirst
When a classmate asks Riley which of her two dads is her real father, she finds a beautiful answer. Soft watercolors bri
Ages 4–8
Accidents of Nature
Harriet McBryde Johnson
For the teenager beginning to question societal labels and seeking a community where their disability is the norm rather
Ages 13–18
Piggy Bunny
Rachel Vail
A little pig with a big imagination dreams of being a bunny in this sweet, reassuring story about believing in yourself
Ages 3–6
Silent Star: The Story of Deaf Major Leaguer William Hoy
Bill Wise
William Hoy overcomes prejudice and hardship to become one of the first deaf players in Major League Baseball in this oi
Ages 6–11
Stand Up! Speak Out!
Andrew Joyner
For the child who wants to help the planet but feels too small to make a difference.
Ages 4–8
Every Body Looking
Candice Iloh
Moving away to college finally gives Ana the space she needs to break free from a strict upbringing and find her own rhy
Ages 14–18
Berenstain Bears Big Chapter Books
Queenie's Crazy Crush
Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain
For the child navigating the awkwardness of unrequited attention or a first 'crush' in the classroom. Help them handle s
Ages 7–10
