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Books for Standing Up for Others
4,698 books
0–3 yrs
153 books
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8–11 yrs
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12–18 yrs
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The War Within These Walls
Aline Sax
For the teenager grappling with the weight of history and the moral choice between quiet survival and active resistance
Ages 14–18
Please Books #3
Giant Steps to Change the World
Spike Lee, Tonya Lewis Lee
For the child who wants to change the world but doesn't know where to start. This inspiring book shows how small acts le
Ages 4–8
The Moonball
Ursula Moray Williams
For the child who feels a fierce need to protect something small and misunderstood, even when adults want to poke and pr
Ages 8–12
The Princess, the Crone, and the Dung-Cart Knight
Gerald Morris
For the child who loves finding the humor in old legends. A courageous girl and a sharp-witted crone prove that you don'
Ages 10–14
Turning Points
Little Rock Nine
Marshall Poe
For the child learning about systemic unfairness and the bravery required to stand up for change. Explore the integratio
Ages 8–12
Crystal City Lights
Holly Moulder
For the child grappling with the reality of unfairness, this historical mystery explores loyalty and courage behind the
Ages 8–12
City of Cannibals
Ricki Thompson
For the young reader navigating the complicated reality of a difficult home life and seeking the courage to find a place
Ages 10–14
Old Turtle (Wood) #2
Old Turtle and the Broken Truth
Douglas Wood
For the child noticing conflict or exclusion in the world, this story offers a gentle way to discuss how labels and 'par
Ages 4–9
Marvel: Universe
Falcon: Fight or Flight
Chris Wyatt
For the child who loves uncovering secrets and seeing their favorite heroes in action. This high energy mystery explores
Ages 8–12
Swagger
Carl Deuker
For the teen athlete navigating a crisis of conscience when their dream of a basketball scholarship is threatened by a c
Ages 12–17
A Family Secret
Eric Heuvel
For the child curious about their family's past or starting to learn about the complexities of history and moral choices
Ages 10–14
Just One Pebble: One Boy's Quest to End Hunger
Dianna Wilson Sirkovsky
For the child who asks big questions about people they see on the street and wants to know how a kid can actually make a
Ages 6–10
The Heroic Adventure of Hercules Amsterdam
Melissa Glenn Haber
For the child who wonders about the secret worlds hidden in the walls and needs a reminder that even the smallest person
Ages 8–12
Alice Paul and the Fight for Women's Rights
Deborah Kops
For the young activist who sees unfairness in the world and wants to know how one person can spark a movement through gr
Ages 10–14
The Darkest Corner of the World
Urve Tamberg
For the teenager grappling with complex moral choices and the weight of history. A searing look at survival and integrit
Ages 12–18
Across the Lines
Carolyn Reeder
For the child grappling with how friendships change when social rules are questioned and the world is in upheaval.
Ages 10–14
You Call This Democracy?: How to Fix Our Government and Deliver Power to the People
Elizabeth Rusch
For the teenager frustrated by the nightly news, this guide breaks down how the U.S. government actually works and how y
Ages 12–18
The Owl Keeper
Christine Brodien-Jones
For the child who feels the weight of the world's problems and needs to see that even the smallest person can stand up a
Ages 8–12
Arlene, The Rebel Queen
Carol Liu
For the middle-grade reader finding their voice while navigating physical challenges. Arlene's journey models how to tur
Ages 8–12
Mary Seacole: Bound for the Battlefield
Susan Goldman Rubin
For the child noticing that the world isn't always fair, this story of a courageous nurse shows how determination and ki
Ages 6–10
Tree of Dreams
Laura Resau
For the child moved by the beauty of nature and the need to protect it. Follow Coco as she finds her voice and courage d
Ages 8–12
The Courage of the Little Hummingbird
Leah Henderson
For the child who feels too small to make a difference, this Quechuan legend shows how even the tiniest efforts can insp
Ages 4–8
The Case for Loving
Selina Alko
For the child questioning why things were different in the past. This moving history explains how one family's love help
Ages 4–9
Barrio Rising: The Protest That Built Chicano Park
María Dolores Águila
For the child learning about fairness and how small voices can make a big difference when a community stands together fo
Ages 4–8
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