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Bossy Bunny
Dee Smith
For the child who likes to be the boss of every playdate, this story helps little ones see the value of listening and wo
Ages 3–7
Wicked Girls
Stephanie Hemphill
For the teen navigating the intense pressure of social cliques, this verse novel explores how fear and jealousy can lead
Ages 13–18
Space Station Seventh Grade
Jerry Spinelli
For the student feeling the jitters of moving from the top of the elementary school ladder to the very bottom of the jun
Ages 10–14
Anna and the French Kiss #1
Anna and the French Kiss
Stephanie Perkins
For the teenager grappling with the isolation of a new school and the electric, messy confusion of a first major crush i
Ages 14–18
The Talent Thief: An Extraordinary Tale of an Ordinary Boy
Alex Williams
For the child who feels like the ordinary one in a family of high achievers. This fast paced adventure explores finding
Ages 8–12
The Nowhere Box
Sam Zuppardi
For the child who needs a break from pestering siblings and feels overwhelmed by the chaos of a shared playroom.
Ages 3–7
The View from the Cherry Tree
Willo Davis Roberts
For the child who feels overlooked during big family events, this classic thriller follows a boy who witnesses a crime b
Ages 9–12
Dear Mothman
Robin Gow
For the child navigating the deep waters of grief after losing a close friend and searching for a sense of belonging wit
Ages 10–14
Camp Confidential #12
Little Miss Not-So-Perfect
Melissa J. Morgan
For the child who feels pressured to be the best at everything and struggles to ask for help when things get messy.
Ages 8–12
Turtle's Race with Beaver
Joseph Bruchac, James Bruchac
For the child encountering a neighborhood braggart or learning that using your head is often better than using your musc
Ages 4–8
Out of My Mind #1
Out of My Mind
Sharon M. Draper
For the child who feels unheard or underestimated. Melody's brilliant mind is trapped behind cerebral palsy until she fi
Ages 9–13
Arthur Chapter Books #6
Locked in the Library!
Marc Brown, Stephen Krensky
For the child who needs to learn that even big disagreements can be put aside when it is time to help a friend in a pinc
Ages 6–9
Pinocchio's Sister
Jan Slepian
For the child who feels overlooked or invisible within their own family, this moving story explores the pain of parental
Ages 10–14
Doris the Giant
Carol Ann Duffy
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit in with their peers or feels 'too big' for the world around them.
Ages 5–8
Hamilton High #1
Detour for Emmy
Marilyn Reynolds
For the teen navigating the life-altering reality of an unplanned pregnancy and the isolation that follows. This raw loo
Ages 14–18
Jake Maddox Sports Stories
Speedway Switch
Jake Maddox
For the child learning to handle disappointment when things don't go as planned. Discover how a star athlete finds new w
Ages 8–11
Star Scouts #1
Star Scouts
Mike Lawrence
For the child who feels like an odd duck in their local clubs, this intergalactic adventure proves there is a 'troop' ou
Ages 8–12
The Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels #14
Stacey's Mistake
Ann M. Martin
For the child navigating the stress of bringing different friend groups together or feeling like they've outgrown their
Ages 8–12
The Baby-Sitters Club #125
Mary Anne's Big Breakup
Ann M. Martin
For the middle grader navigating the bittersweet realization that a first relationship has run its course and it is time
Ages 8–12
The Story of Raji's Girls #1
The Story of Chubby Girl
Rajinie Fernando
For the child being teased about their body, this story offers a mirror for their pain and a path toward reclaiming thei
Ages 8–12
A Kids Book About
A Kids Book About Empathy
Daron K. Roberts
For the child who wants to understand why their friend is crying or how to help someone feel heard. A bold, minimalist g
Ages 5–9
The Princess of 8th Street
Linas Alsenas
For the child who feels shy or invisible in big crowds, this story shows how a little imagination and a new friend can m
Ages 3–6
Gym Stars #2
Friendships and Backflips
Jane Lawes
For the child struggling to balance a passion for sports with the social pressures of starting a new school and keeping
Ages 8–12
The Transformation of Faith Futterman
Phyllis Shalant
For the child navigating the social minefield of middle school and wondering if being 'popular' is worth losing their tr
Ages 8–12
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