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133 books
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Just Jerry: How Drawing Shaped My Life
Jerry Pinkney
For the child who feels different because of how they learn or the obstacles they face: a legendary artist shares how dr
Ages 8–14
Slam
Walter Dean Myers
For the teenager who feels like a star on the court but a failure in the classroom, struggling to balance talent with th
Ages 12–18
Beka Cooper #1
Terrier
Tamora Pierce
For the young teen finding their footing in a first job or navigating a new city. Beka Cooper discovers that her unique
Ages 11–16
The Way of Shadows
Brent Weeks
For the teen struggling with their sense of self and looking for a place to belong, this story follows a boy's grueling
Ages 16–18
The Mysterious Benedict Society #1
The Mysterious Benedict Society
Trenton Lee Stewart
For the child who thinks differently and feels like they don't quite fit in, this adventure celebrates the power of an u
Ages 8–13
Bad Boy: A Memoir
Walter Dean Myers
For the child who feels like they have to hide their love of reading or struggles to find their place between the street
Ages 12–18
The Curious Realities #1
The Wonderland Trials
Sara Ella
For the teen who feels overlooked or lacks a 'special' talent, this story follows Alice's journey to find her place in a
Ages 12–18
Little Golden Book Biography
Taylor Swift Ultimate Fan Edition
Wendy Loggia
For the young dreamer inspired by music and hard work. This guide celebrates Taylor Swift's journey, offering facts and
Ages 8–14
Gone #1
Gone
Michael Grant
For the teen or preteen who is beginning to crave independence and grapple with the heavy responsibility of making their
Ages 12–17
The Art of DreamWorks Dog Man
Ramin Zahed
For the young artist or movie buff who wonders how their favorite characters come to life on screen. This behind-the-sce
Ages 8–14
Od Magic
Patricia A. McKillip
For the child who feels more at home in nature than in a crowd, this lyrical tale explores the quiet strength found in b
Ages 12–18
Girls Don't Fly
Kristen Chandler
For the teenager feeling weighed down by family obligations and looking for the courage to prioritize their own future a
Ages 14–18
Alphabet of Thorn
Patricia A. McKillip
For the teen who feels like an outsider or is searching for where they belong. A lyrical story about finding your identi
Ages 12–18
The Heroes of Olympus #1
The Lost Hero
Rick Riordan
For the child searching for their place in the world while navigating the pressure of high expectations and the need to
Ages 10–14
Hey, Kiddo
Jarrett J. Krosoczka
For the teen navigating a non-traditional home life or a parent's addiction, this memoir offers a powerful path toward h
Ages 14–18
STEM Icons - Celebrating LGBTQ+ History
Moni Singh
For students who want to see themselves in the world of science and innovation, this book celebrates the brilliance and
Ages 8–14
Monument, The
Gary Paulsen
For the child who feels defined by their physical differences or struggles to see the beauty in their own story.
Ages 10–14
B. Franklin, Printer
David A. Adler
For the student who wonders how a printer's apprentice became a world-renowned inventor and statesman through hard work
Ages 10–14
Brotherband Chronicles #1
The Outcasts (Brotherband Chronicles, #1)
John Flanagan
For the child who feels like an underdog and needs to see how unique skills and a band of loyal friends can turn 'outcas
Ages 10–14
Crossing to Paradise
Kevin Crossley-Holland
For the young reader discovering their own unique talents while navigating a world that feels much bigger than they are.
Ages 10–14
Martha Graham, A Dancer's Life
Russell Freedman
For the young artist who feels restricted by tradition and needs to see how one woman's bold vision transformed the worl
Ages 11–16
Close to Famous
Joan Bauer
For the child who needs to know that hard beginnings can lead to sweet futures. A young girl uses her passion for baking
Ages 10–14
Another Way to Dance
Martha Southgate
For the teen navigating the pressure of high-level performance while processing family changes and discovering how their
Ages 12–16
The Chalet School #34
A Genius at the Chalet School
Elinor M. Brent-Dyer
For the student who feels like an outsider because of their unique gifts, this classic school story explores the challen
Ages 10–14
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