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Books for Standing Up for Others
4,893 books
0–3 yrs
156 books
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2184 books
12–18 yrs
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Under the Blood-Red Sun
Graham Salisbury
For the child grappling with the unfairness of the world, this moving story explores how prejudice and war can suddenly
Ages 10–14
The Survival Guide to Bullying
Aija Mayrock
For the child or teen navigating the pain of bullying, this relatable guide by a young survivor provides practical strat
Ages 10–16
The Seer of Shadows
Avi
For the child who is ready to explore the darker side of history and face the spine-tingling consequences of a moral cho
Ages 9–13
Football Genius #3
Football Champ
Tim Green
For the child who needs to know that doing the right thing matters more than winning, even when their reputation is on t
Ages 8–12
You Are Here: Connecting Flights
Ellen Oh
For children navigating the complexities of identity and wanting to see their own diverse experiences reflected in stori
Ages 8–12
Shakespeare's Plays
The Merchant of Venice
William Shakespeare
For the teen exploring the complexities of justice, when the letter of the law feels at odds with what is right and fair
Ages 12–18
The North Wind & the Sun
Philip C. Stead
For the child who needs to learn that kindness and warmth often achieve more than force and bluster.
Ages 3–8
Fighting for Honor: Japanese Americans and World War II
Michael L. Cooper
For the child grappling with questions of fairness and belonging, this history explores the courage of Japanese American
Ages 10–14
Climbing the Stairs
Padma Venkatraman
For the teenager navigating family expectations and societal change. Follow Vidya as she seeks education and autonomy in
Ages 12–18
Resurrection
Derek Landy
For the reader grappling with the 'darkness within' or the complex transition into adulthood while navigating old friend
Ages 12–17
Not So Small
Pat Zietlow Miller
For the child who feels overlooked or too small to make a difference. This story celebrates the power of tiny actions an
Ages 3–7
Give a Boy a Gun
Todd Strasser
For the teen or caregiver navigating the aftermath of school violence, this challenging story examines how bullying and
Ages 14–18
Taking Liberty
Ann Rinaldi
For the young reader questioning the fairness of the world around them, this story follows Oney Judge as she seeks freed
Ages 12–17
She Persisted
She Persisted in Science
Chelsea Clinton
For the girl who asks a thousand questions about how the world works and needs to know that her curiosity and persistenc
Ages 4–8
Orca Echoes
Marsh Island
Sonya Spreen Bates
For the child who loves high-stakes adventure and needs to see that even a young person can navigate complex moral choic
Ages 8–12
The Price of Freedom
Judith Bloom Fradin, Dennis Brindell Fradin
For the child grappling with the reality of unfairness in history and the incredible grit required to reclaim one's own
Ages 8–12
The Books of Ember #2
The People of Sparks
Jeanne DuPrau
For the child grappling with the complexities of sharing and community. This story explores how fear can lead to conflic
Ages 8–12
Riding the Flume
Patricia Curtis Pfitsch
For the child grappling with a significant loss who needs to see that standing up for something bigger than themselves c
Ages 10–14
Tight
Torrey Maldonado
For the child navigating a high-stakes friendship where fitting in means making choices that don't feel quite right.
Ages 9–13
Charley's War #2
Brothers in Arms
Pat Mills
For the teenager grappling with the reality of war and history, this gritty graphic novel provides a raw, honest look at
Ages 12–18
Love Me, Love You
Susan Heyboer O'Keefe
For the child who feels like an outsider and needs to discover that their unique faults and deep love are actually their
Ages 10–14
Fire in the Hole!
Mary Cronk Farrell
For the child navigating complex family loyalties, this gripping story explores the weight of making difficult choices w
Ages 9–12
Spaghetti Park
DyAnne DiSalvo
For the child who wants to make a difference in their neighborhood. This story explores how community spirit can rebuild
Ages 4–8
Wings of Ebony #2
Ashes of Gold
J. Elle
For the teen processing the weight of community expectations and the fight for fairness while navigating deep grief and
Ages 14–18
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