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Books for Standing Up for Others
4,698 books
0–3 yrs
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General Butterfingers
John Reynolds Gardiner
For the child who values fairness and intergenerational bonds. Eleven-year-old Walter rallies three WWII veterans to def
Ages 8–12
The Only Fish in the Sea
Philip C. Stead
For the child who feels deeply about the well-being of every living creature, even the smallest ones, and values the det
Ages 4–8
All of Us Villains #1
All of Us Villains
Amanda Foody, Christine Lynn Herman
For the teen grappling with family expectations and the pressure to compete, this dark story explores the weight of lega
Ages 14–18
The Tale of the Mandarin Ducks
Katherine Paterson
For the child learning about the power of small acts of kindness and standing up against unfairness even when it feels s
Ages 5–10
The Oxboy
Anne Mazer
For the child grappling with feeling like an outsider, this fable explores the heavy burden of hiding one's true self to
Ages 9–13
Rainbow Boys #1
Rainbow Boys
Alex Sanchez
For the teenager navigating the complex feelings of coming out, identity, and the vulnerability of first love in a world
Ages 14–18
The House of Thirty Cats
Mary Calhoun
For the child who loves animals and wants to make a difference in their community, this story explores caring for those
Ages 8–12
Click, Clack, Moo #1
Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type
Doreen Cronin
For the child learning how to speak up when things feel unfair. This hilarious barnyard tale explores how to express nee
Ages 4–8
A Kids Book About
A Kids Book About Racism
Jelani Memory
For the parent looking for a direct, honest way to explain racism to a young child. This book provides clear definitions
Ages 5–9
Jane Goodall Chimpanzee Protector
Robin S. Doak
For the child who loves animals and dreams of big adventures, this biography shows how curiosity and patience can change
Ages 8–11
Hollow Dolls #1
Hollow Dolls
MarcyKate Connolly
For the child learning that their unique strengths can be used to help others, even when the path ahead feels dark or un
Ages 8–12
5 Worlds #4
The Amber Anthem
Mark Siegel, Alexis Siegel
For the child who feels the weight of big responsibilities, this interstellar journey explores finding the courage to wo
Ages 8–12
Graphic Library: Graphic History
The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire and the Fight for Workers' Rights
Julie Gilbert
For the child questioning why rules exist at school or work: this graphic novel explores how a tragic event led to the s
Ages 8–12
Bessie Smith and the Night Riders
Sue Stauffacher
For the child learning about courage in the face of unfairness, this powerful story shows how one woman used her voice a
Ages 6–10
The Sacred Stones #3
Shadow on the Stones
Moyra Caldecott
For the young reader discovering their own unique voice and inner strength while navigating a world that expects them to
Ages 10–14
Gamescape #1
Overworld
Emma Trevayne
For the teen exploring how their unique talents can challenge systemic unfairness in a world where music and technology
Ages 13–18
The Librarian of Auschwitz
Antonio Iturbe
For the teen processing the weight of history and looking for proof that courage and art can endure even in the darkest,
Ages 13–18
Tilly Hart #3
The Witchfinder's Betrayal
Jeremy Smith
For the young reader starting to see that the world isn't just heroes and villains. This story explores the courage it t
Ages 10–14
The Christmas Rat
Avi
For the child grappling with the difference between following orders and doing what is right, or navigating a lonely sch
Ages 8–12
Hope! A Story of Change in Obama's America
Eric Stevens
For the child feeling discouraged by their own mistakes or place in the world, this graphic novel explores how one perso
Ages 8–12
DC Brave and Bold
Brave and Bold! Female DC Super Heroes Take on the Universe
Sam Maggs
For the young reader looking for heroines to look up to, this colorful guide explores the courage and compassion of over
Ages 7–12
Generation Wonder: The New Age of Heroes
Barry Lyga
For the teen who feels like a side character in their own life and is searching for a story where heroes look, think, an
Ages 12–18
Nicola Berry, Earthling Ambassador #2
The Shobble Secret
Liane Moriarty
For the child who feels things aren't quite fair or notices when others are being manipulated. This quirky space adventu
Ages 8–12
All children have rights!: A picture book on children's rights
Simone Philipp
For the child curious about how the world works, this gentle guide introduces the fundamental rights every child deserve
Ages 4–8
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