Books for Standing Up for Others for Ages 12–18

Explore our collection of children's books about standing up for others recommended for kids ages 12–18.

3,342 books

For the child who wants to protect the wild places in their own backyard and feels a deep responsibility toward small, v

Ages 8–12

Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice #7

The Fight for Truth

Jude Watson

For the child navigating complex friendships and learning that uncovering the truth is often harder than simply choosing

Ages 8–12

Guardians of Ga'Hoole #8

The Outcast

Kathryn Lasky

For the child grappling with a difficult family legacy or feeling like they don't fit in. A powerful tale about choosing

For the child grappling with the pressure to fit in or the fear of speaking out when they see others being treated unfai

For the young reader who loves solving problems with gadgets and grit. This fast-paced adventure explores standing up fo

For the young reader exploring her own voice and values. A Jewish immigrant girl in 1910 New York navigates first love,

Ages 12–16

Mutiny In The Land Of Oz

L. Frank Baum, P. A. Denine

For the young reader who loves classic worlds but craves new stakes, this adventure follows beloved heroes as they unite

Ages 8–12

Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice #15

The Call to Vengeance

Jude Watson

For the child grappling with feelings of unfairness, this sci-fi adventure explores the difficult balance between seekin

Ages 8–12

Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice #14

The Dangerous Rescue

Jude Watson

For the child learning that true strength means staying calm under pressure and trusting those who have always looked ou

For the child who loves caring for small creatures and needs to learn how one small act of kindness can solve a big prob

Ages 8–12

Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice #6

Day of Reckoning

Jude Watson

For the young reader learning to face consequences and navigate the blurry lines between right and wrong when trust is b

For the child who feels a deep sense of responsibility toward nature and wants to help every creature find its way home.

Ages 8–12

Star Wars: Jedi Apprentice #10

The Shattered Peace

Jude Watson

For the child learning that peacemaking requires more than just good intentions, this adventure explores the complexity

Ages 8–12

Whitman Authorized Adventure Series

Ann Rutherford and the Key to Nightmare Hall

Kathryn Heisenfelt

For the young reader who loves a classic whodunit and needs a dose of courage. A brave young actress navigates a spooky

For the child who loves helping others and wants to learn about the responsibilities of caring for animals and finding t

For the child who feels a deep sense of responsibility toward creatures in need, this story explores the commitment requ

For the teen seeking a high stakes escape that explores responsibility and the pressure of keeping secrets while navigat

For the teenager grappling with complex questions of right and wrong when passions for a cause turn into dangerous extre

For the teenager grappling with high-stakes pressure and the weight of professional expectations while trying to maintai

Ages 12–17

Smallville Season 11 #2

Detective

Bryan Q. Miller

For the teen navigating the challenge of meeting someone with a completely different worldview and learning how to work

Ages 12–18

Viral

Ann Bausum

For the teen seeking to understand the history of the HIV/AIDS crisis, the courage of activists, and the fight for justi

Ages 12–18

The Secret of the Village Fool

Rebecca Upjohn

For the child learning that true heroes are often the people others overlook, this story explores the quiet courage requ

Ages 8–12

In Kindling Flame: The Story of Hannah Senesh

Linda Atkinson

For the teenager grappling with their place in the world or looking for the courage to stand up against injustice, even

Ages 12–18

Rise Up! The Art of Protest in collaboration with Amnesty International

Jo Rippon

For the young person looking to change the world, this visual history shows how art can fuel movements for justice, envi

Ages 10–18

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