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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+
A Friendly Lion
Adrian Sanqui
A very gentle lion struggles to fit in with his pride when he realizes he would much rather make friends than go on the
Ages 4–7
From Alice to Zen and Everyone in Between
Elizabeth Atkinson
For the quiet child who feels like an outsider, this story follows Alice as she navigates the bravery required to be her
Ages 9–12
Amandine
Adele Griffin
For the teenager navigating a friendship that feels more like a trap than a bond, exploring the blurred lines between ad
Ages 12–17
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12–18 yrs
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Mr. Lincoln's Whiskers
Karen B. Winnick
When a young girl writes a letter suggesting a beard might help a presidential candidate, she inadvertently changes the
Ages 5–9
Zombie Baseball Beatdown
Paolo Bacigalupi
For the child who loves gross-out humor but is starting to notice unfairness in the world. Three friends use baseball ba
Ages 9–13
Dreamcatcher
Ann Curtin
Moving to a remote Wyoming ranch means new bullies and a mysterious ghost for Jesse, but a new friendship might be the k
Ages 10–14
Friends of Liberty
Beatrice Gormley
For the child navigating the pain of a friendship divided by differing family values or political beliefs.
Ages 8–12
Shoebag #1
Shoebag
Mary James
A young cockroach named Shoebag wakes up as a human boy and must learn to navigate a world of rude people while holding
Ages 8–12
Ten Queens: Portraits of Women of Power
Milton Meltzer
Meet the formidable women who ruled empires and shaped history in these portraits of ten queens who wielded absolute pow
Ages 10–14
Becoming A Teenager With Healthy Self-Esteem
Phil O. Ikponmwosa
Insecurity can feel like an iceberg, but this manual provides a step-by-step guide to finding your unique self-worth and
Ages 12–17
Too Small Tola #1
Too Small Tola
Atinuke
Tola may be small, but she is a mighty force of kindness and courage in the bustling, colorful streets of Lagos, Nigeria
Ages 6–9
Not All Princesses Dress in Pink
Heidi E. Y. Stemple, Jane Yolen
Muddy pants and overalls are just as royal as pink gowns in this vibrant celebration of girls who dance, play, and stay
Ages 3–8
Camo Girl
Kekla Magoon
For the child feeling the ache of a changing friendship or the sting of middle school labels. A heart-wrenching look at
Ages 8–12
Drawn to Change the World
Emma Reynolds
For the child who feels overwhelmed by news about the planet and wants to know how one person can make a difference in t
Ages 8–12
The Athena Protocol #1
The Athena Protocol
Shamim Sarif
The Athena Protocol
Ages 14–18
My Name Is Jorge: On Both Sides of the River
Jane Medina
Dual-language poems capture the quiet hurdles and small victories of a boy from Mexico finding his voice in an American
Ages 8–12
The Little Red Hen
Paul Galdone
For the child who needs to understand why everyone should pitch in, this classic tale explores the balance of contributi
Ages 3–7
Princess Princess Ever After
Katie O'Neill
For the child who feels like they do not fit the mold. This charming tale celebrates staying true to yourself while find
Ages 8–12
Little Wolf #2
Little Wolf's Diary of Daring Deeds
Ian Whybrow
For the child who loves to laugh and play with words, follow Little Wolf as he finds his voice and courage while outsmar
Ages 7–10
Dork #2
Dork on the Run
Carol Gorman
For the child who feels like an outsider and wonders if they should change who they are just to fit in or be popular at
Ages 8–12
Black Girl Survives in This One, The: Horror Stories
Desiree S. Evans, Saraciea J. Fennell
For the teenager who wants to see themselves as the hero who makes it to the end, even in the darkest, most chilling cir
Ages 14–18
The Wicked and the Just
J. Anderson Coats
Thelma the Unicorn is a 2024 American animated musical comedy film written by Jared and Jerusha Hess, and directed by Ja
Ages 12–18
A is for Activist #2
M is for Movement
Innosanto Nagara
For the child noticing systemic unfairness in the news or their community and wondering how people actually create lasti
Ages 8–12
Maybe An Artist: A Graphic Memoir
Liz Montague
Liz Montague shares her journey from a teen struggling with dyslexia to a New Yorker cartoonist, using art to express wh
Ages 12–18
