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The Real Us
Tommy Greenwald
For the child feeling the weight of middle school labels and wanting to be seen for who they truly are beyond their soci
Ages 10–14
Unstoppable! My Journey from World Champion to Athlete A to 8-Time NCAA National Gymnastics Champion and Beyond
Maggie Nichols
For the young athlete or advocate learning to find their voice and reclaim their joy after facing systemic injustice or
Ages 12–18
Mary Margaret #3
Mary Margaret Meets Her Match
Christine Kole MacLean
For the child feeling overshadowed by a new classmate, this story helps navigate the tricky feelings of jealousy and com
Ages 7–10
Lights, Camera, Cassidy #2
Paparazzi
Linda Gerber
For the child navigating the pressures of digital reputation, this story explores how to protect your privacy and find t
Ages 11–15
Felicia #1
Felicia the Critic
Ellen Conford
For the child who struggles to know when to speak their mind and when to stay quiet, Felicia's journey helps navigate th
Ages 8–12
Emmie & Friends #6
Remarkably Ruby
Terri Libenson
For the middle schooler navigating the messy middle of changing friendships, social anxiety, and the pressure to fit in
Ages 8–12
Young Royals #3
Doomed Queen Anne
Carolyn Meyer
For the reader grappling with the weight of high expectations and the drive to prove their worth, this story explores th
Ages 12–16
The Tour
The Tour at School
Katie Clapham
For the child who is nervous about a first day or the student tasked with being a buddy: a funny, warm guide to finding
Ages 4–8
The Great Ball Game
Joseph Bruchac
For the child who feels like they don't quite fit in with any one group, this Muskogee legend shows how being unique can
Ages 4–8
Snow Beast Comes to Play
Phil Gosier
For the child who feels misunderstood because of their loud voice or big presence. A gentle guide to finding your place
Ages 4–8
The Lonely Toad
Amanda Allison
For the child who feels like the odd one out or is looking for a place to belong, this story follows a lonely garden toa
Ages 3–7
The Goddess of Second Chances #1
Becoming Oneself
Kennedy Sangiovese
For the teenager who feels like they see the world differently and is searching for a place where they can truly be them
Ages 13–18
Maude and Sally
Nicki Weiss
For the child who feels lost without their 'other half,' this story gently shows how to keep an old friendship while ope
Ages 4–8
April Fool at Hob Lane School
Robert Leeson
For the child who loves schoolyard jokes and the thrill of a harmless prank, this story captures the lively energy of a
Ages 7–9
Little Bunny
Little Bunny & Her Friends
Ulf Nilsson
For the group of friends struggling to play together, this gentle story shows how to find activities that include everyo
Ages 3–7
The Misfits #1
The Misfits
James Howe
For any middle schooler who has ever felt reduced to a label, this story follows four best friends who decide to stop be
Ages 10–14
The Sea Is Salt and So Am I
Cassandra Hartt
For the teenager grappling with the weight of hidden struggles and the fear that their world, much like the shoreline, i
Ages 14–18
The Magic Moonberry Jump Ropes
Dakari Hru
For the child looking for their place in a game or a community, this rhythmic tale celebrates how shared joy and a bit o
Ages 4–8
When Kids Drive Kids Crazy: How to Get Along with Your Friends and Enemies
Eda LeShan
For the child struggling with playground politics, this guide explores the 'why' behind mean behavior and offers clear s
Ages 8–12
The Woman in the Wall
Patrice Kindl
For the child who feels so invisible or shy that they wish they could disappear, this story explores finding the courage
Ages 10–14
Little Senses #2
Can I Play Too?
Samantha Cotterill
For the child who thrives on routine and struggles when a playmate wants to change the rules. A gentle guide to flexible
Ages 3–7
House of Night #7
Burned
P. C. Cast, Kristin Cast
For the teen feeling overwhelmed by trauma and loss, this story explores the journey of piecing back together a shattere
Ages 14–18
How to Outrun a Crocodile when Your Shoes are Untied
Jess Keating
For the middle-schooler navigating the awkwardness of seventh grade and feeling like an outsider in their own social jun
Ages 9–12
Click #3
Act
Kayla Miller
For the child who notices when things aren't fair and wants to make a difference in their community.
Ages 8–12
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