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Books for Being Left Out – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Books for Being Left Out

26 books

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Cover of Robot Dreams

For the child learning to navigate the bittersweet reality of friendships that change, end, or evolve. A wordless guide

Cover of Best Friends

Real Friends #2

For the child feeling the pressure of middle school cliques, popularity contests, and the heavy weight of social anxiety

Cover of Choosing Sides

Sweet Valley Twins: The Graphic Novel #5

Choosing Sides

Francine Pascal

For the child navigating the tricky waters of middle school cliques and wondering how to stay true to themselves when fr

Ages 8–12

Cover of Beetle & the Hollowbones

Beetle & the Hollowbones

For the child navigating the shift from childhood play to teenage sparks, all while figuring out who they want to be and

Cover of We Meet Again

Timmy Failure #3

For the child who uses a big imagination to mask social insecurities or school struggles, this quirky mystery finds humo

Cover of Remarkably Ruby

Emmie & Friends #6

Remarkably Ruby

For the middle schooler navigating the messy middle of changing friendships, social anxiety, and the pressure to fit in

Cover of Act

For the child who notices when things aren't fair and wants to make a difference in their community.

Cover of Star Scouts

For the child who feels like an odd duck in their local clubs, this intergalactic adventure proves there is a 'troop' ou

Cover of Bad Kitty Joins the Team

Bad Kitty Graphic Novels #5

Bad Kitty Joins the Team

For the child who struggles with losing or finds it hard to share the spotlight, this hilarious guide explores the ups a

Cover of Boy-Crazy Stacey

The Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels #7

Boy-Crazy Stacey

Ann M. Martin, Gale Galligan

For the child navigating their first big crush while trying to stay focused on responsibilities and friend groups during

Cover of The Ghost Emperor's New Clothes

Far Out Fairy Tales

The Ghost Emperor's New Clothes

Benjamin Harper

For the child who loves a spooky twist, this graphic novel uses a ghostly prank to explore how vanity and the fear of lo

Cover of The cosmic adventures of Astrid & Stella

The cosmic adventures of Astrid & Stella

Hello!Lucky San Francisco, California

For the child who loves bright colors and silly adventures but needs a gentle reminder that making mistakes is okay as t

Cover of Crafty Cat and the Crafty Camp Crisis

Crafty Cat and the Crafty Camp Crisis

Charise Mericle Harper

For the creative child who feels pressure to be the best and struggles when art projects don't turn out perfectly.

Cover of Squire & Knight

Squire & Knight #1

Squire & Knight

For the child who feels their hard work goes unnoticed or struggles with a bossy partner who takes all the credit.

Cover of Truly Tyler

Emmie & Friends #5

For the child feeling torn between different social circles or struggling to pursue a 'uncool' hobby while maintaining t

Cover of A Very Ninja Christmas

A Very Ninja Christmas

For the child feeling overwhelmed by the expectations of the holidays, this story balances festive chaos with the quiet

Cover of Rule at School!

Peach and Plum #2

Rule at School!

For the child who thrives on routine and feels unsettled when a favorite teacher is away or classroom rules suddenly cha

Cover of Bad Kitty: Party Animal

Bad Kitty: Party Animal

For the child who gets overwhelmed by the noise and high expectations of a birthday party or social event.

Cover of Nat Enough

For the middle grader struggling with self-doubt and the pain of a best friend choosing a 'cooler' crowd, this story off

Cover of Her Permanent Record

Amelia Rules! #5

Her Permanent Record

For the child navigating the shift from childhood to adolescence, this road trip adventure explores how to stay loyal wh

Cover of Re-Entry

Astronaut Academy #2

For the child navigating the confusing world of middle school crushes and peer social circles, set against a zany backdr

Cover of Captain America: Civil War

Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase Three #1

Captain America: Civil War

For the child navigating a fallout with a close friend, this story explores how deep bonds can be tested when people we

Cover of Puddle Trouble

Pepper and Boo #1

Charise Mericle Harper

For the child who gets discouraged when plans change. This gentle graphic novel shows how a rainy day doesn't have to ru

Cover of Lilla the Accidental Witch

Lilla the Accidental Witch

For the child who feels like they are outgrowing their old toys and drifting from childhood friends while trying to find

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