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9–12
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The Story Of: Biographies for New Readers
The Story of Harriet Tubman
Christine Platt Ma
For the child curious about real-life heroes who fought for what is right, this biography introduces Harriet Tubman's jo
Ages 6–9
The Story Of: A Biography Book for New Readers
The Story of Harriet Tubman
Christine Platt
For the child curious about real-life heroes, this biography introduces Harriet Tubman's incredible journey from slavery
Ages 6–9
Nelson Mandela
Kadir Nelson
For the child questioning why things aren't always fair, this stunning biography follows Nelson Mandela from his South A
Ages 4–10
Islamic Perspectives Series #1
The Brave Boy
Khurram Murad
For the child learning that doing the right thing often requires quiet bravery and putting others first.
Ages 6–10
Ranger's Apprentice #10
The Emperor of Nihon-Ja
John Flanagan
For the child who values standing up for what is right, even when the fight isn't theirs, and finding courage in unfamil
Ages 10–14
The Last Dragonslayer #4
The Great Troll War
Jasper Fforde
For the reader grappling with complex choices when rules seem unfair, Jennifer Strange navigates a final showdown betwee
Ages 10–15
Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew #15
Mall Madness
Carolyn Keene
For the child who values standing up for friends when others are quick to judge. Follow Nancy as she uses logic and loya
Ages 6–9
The Baby-Sitters Club #61
Jessi and the Awful Secret
Ann M. Martin
For the child who senses a peer is in trouble and needs guidance on when to speak up. A gentle but serious look at intui
Ages 8–12
The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers
The Story of John Lewis
Tonya Leslie
For children beginning to ask about fairness and history, this biography introduces a boy who used his voice to change t
Ages 6–9
Spiritual Biographies for Young People
Dorothy Day: A Catholic Life of Action
Maura D. Shaw
For children starting to notice unfairness in the world, this biography shows how one woman turned her faith into a life
Ages 6–10
The Baby-Sitters Club #117
Claudia and the Terrible Truth
Ann M. Martin
For the child grappling with a heavy secret or worrying about a friend's safety at home, this story offers a roadmap for
Ages 8–12
She Persisted
She Persisted: Coretta Scott King
Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Starling Lyons
For the child curious about the people who changed the world, this biography shows how Coretta Scott King found her own
Ages 6–9
Who Was? #119
Who Was Coretta Scott King?
Gail Herman
For the young reader curious about the heroes behind history, this biography introduces a woman whose courage helped cha
Ages 8–12
Who Was?
Who Was Rosa Parks?
Insha Fitzpatrick, Who HQ
For the child questioning why things aren't fair, this graphic biography shows how one woman's quiet courage ignited a m
Ages 8–12
The Weird! Series #2
Dare!
Erin Frankel
For the child who has seen someone being treated unkindly and isn't sure how to help. A empowering guide to finding the
Ages 5–9
Kids Speak Out About Bullying
Chris Schwab
For the child navigating tricky social waters, this guide uses real kids' stories to help them recognize bullying and fi
Ages 8–12
Anger in the stomach - a story about a storm inside
Nicolas Anastazy Aleksander
For the child grappling with the heavy weight of historical conflict or those feeling a 'storm inside' when learning abo
Ages 9–13
Gandhi
Demi
For the child curious about how one person can change the world without a single weapon, this biography explores the pow
Ages 6–10
Adventure Book For Kids
Speedy Publishing
For the child questioning societal rules and searching for their own moral compass while navigating big adventures and c
Ages 10–18
The Story of the LGBTQ+ Rights Movement
Jennifer Lombardo
For the teenager or student seeking to understand the courageous people and pivotal events that shaped the fight for LGB
Ages 12–18
Bamboo People: A Novel
Mitali Perkins
For the child grappling with the realization that people on 'the other side' of a conflict are humans just like them, re
Ages 11–15
Number the Stars
Lois Lowry
For the child grappling with big questions about fairness and bravery when the world feels scary. A moving introduction
Ages 9–12
Holes #1
Holes
Louis Sachar
For the child who feels like the world is against them or is struggling with the unfairness of life, this story finds ho
Ages 9–14
The Blood Maker and the Witch's Curse
Jaromy Henry
For the child who feels powerless against unfairness, this thrilling tale of a masked hero shows how one person can stan
Ages 8–12
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