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Books for Standing Up for Others

310 books

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 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

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

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

21st Century Junior Library: Growing Character

Stand Up to Bullying

Frank Murphy

For the child learning to navigate playground dynamics and school hallways, this gentle guide provides clear tools for i

Ages 5–8

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

The Once and Future Witches

Alix E. Harrow

For the reader seeking stories of sisterhood and the fight for autonomy, this tale explores finding power when the world

For the child who feels like the world is against them or is struggling with the unfairness of life, this story finds ho

For the teen facing a mountain of responsibility who needs to see that even when resolve unravels, inner strength and lo

Ages 14–18

The Brand New Kid

Katie Couric

For the child who feels like an outsider or the one who needs a gentle push to welcome a new classmate who looks or spea

Ages 4–8

Sweet Land of Liberty

Deborah Hopkinson

For the child learning about fairness and the courage it takes to change the world. Discover how a historic concert help

Ages 4–8

A Girl Named Disaster

Nancy Farmer

For the young reader seeking the strength to stand up for their own future and the resilience to navigate life's unexpec

Ages 10–14

Girls Resist!

KaeLyn Rich

For the teen who sees unfairness in the world and wants to take action. This handbook provides practical tools for organ

Ages 12–18

Protector of the Small #4

Lady Knight

Tamora Pierce

For the young person learning that achieving a dream brings new responsibilities and the heavy weight of doing what is r

Ages 10–14

Motown and Didi

Walter Dean Myers

For the teenager navigating the weight of family responsibility and the search for safety in a neighborhood facing the h

Ages 12–18

Adventures of Samara and Alphabet #2

Saving the Birds

Priyanka Agarwal Mehta

For the child who loves helping others and needs to see how big problems can be solved through creative thinking and tea

Ages 3–8

Birmingham Sunday

Larry Dane Brimner

For the child grappling with questions of systemic unfairness and the history of civil rights, this book offers a deep l

Ages 10–14

The Arundel Dragon

Alexandria Britton

For the child who wonders if there is more to the world than meets the eye and needs to see that even 'ordinary' kids ca

Ages 8–12

Crooked River

Shelley Pearsall

For the child grappling with the difference between what is legal and what is right, this story explores finding the cou

Ages 9–13

Big Words #1

Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Doreen Rappaport

For the child asking why things aren't always fair, this poetic biography uses Dr. King's own powerful words to explain

Ages 5–9

Fighting to Belong! #2

Fighting to Belong!: A Graphic Novel History of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, Volume 2

Amy Chu, Alexander Chang

For the child curious about their roots or looking for the hidden stories of the past. This graphic novel brings AAPI hi

Ages 8–12

Read It Yourself

The Lion and the Rabbit

Ladybird

For the small child who feels intimidated by big personalities. This classic tale shows how clever thinking can solve pr

Ages 4–7

Guardians of the Tall Stones #2

The Eye of Callanish

Moyra Caldecott

For the child who feels misunderstood or unfairly judged, this historical adventure follows a girl finding courage while

Ages 10–14

Peter and the Starcatchers #3

Peter and the Secret of Rundoon

Dave Barry, Ridley Pearson

For the child who thrives on high-stakes adventure and needs to see that even those who feel small can stand against the

Ages 10–14

Who HQ Graphic Novels

Who Was the Greatest? Muhammad Ali

Gabe Soria

For the child who needs to see how personal conviction and athletic excellence can change the world, this graphic biogra

Ages 8–12

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