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Books for Standing Up for Others
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Malcolm Lives!
Ibram X. Kendi
Trace the life and legacy of an influential American leader through archival photos and documents that reveal the man be
Ages 10–14
Dust
Dusti Bowling
For the child learning to navigate chronic illness and finding the bravery to protect a new friend when the world feels
Ages 8–12
Gateway Biographies
Alice Walker: Author and Social Activist
Stephanie Fitzgerald
For the young reader seeking inspiration from a life of purpose, this biography explores how a girl from the rural South
Ages 10–15
Compass Point Biographies
Eleanor Roosevelt
Pam Rosenberg
Follow the journey of a legendary First Lady, from her private education and early childhood to her years as a tireless
Ages 7–10
Ravens Pass #4
Cheaters
Steve Brezenoff
For the child navigating the pressure of grades and the weight of a false accusation. Help them see the value of standin
Ages 9–13
I Have a Dream
Martin Luther King Jr.
The most famous words of the 1963 March on Washington come to life through vibrant illustrations that capture a vision o
Ages 5–12
The Spirit and Gilly Bucket
Maurine F. Dahlberg
Sent to Virginia while her father hunts for gold, eleven-year-old Gilly discovers the secrets of the Underground Railroa
Ages 8–12
History Comics #7
Rosa Parks & Claudette Colvin: Civil Rights Heroes
Tracey Baptiste
Long before the famous boycott, a teenager named Claudette Colvin took a stand that helped change the course of American
Ages 9–13
Civil Rights Leaders
Peaceful Leader: Martin Luther King Jr.
Bruce Bednarchuk
The inspiring story of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his peaceful mission for equality comes to life through rhythmic s
Ages 5–8
A Whale in Paris
Daniel Presley, Claire Polders
In the middle of occupied Paris, Chantal finds a whale in the river and risks everything to protect it from the dangers
Ages 8–12
The Agora Trilogy #2
The Children of the Lost
David Whitley
Banished to the eerie land of Giseth, Mark and Lily must uncover the truth behind a fearful village and a mysterious wom
Ages 12–17
Impostors #3
Mirror's Edge
Scott Westerfeld
For the teen navigating the pressure of high expectations while trying to define their own values apart from their famil
Ages 12–18
The Sin Eater's Daughter #3
The Scarecrow Queen
Melinda Salisbury
For the young adult grappling with the weight of responsibility and the cost of standing up against systemic injustice i
Ages 14–18
The Softwire #4
Awakening on Orbis 4
P.J. Haarsma
Johnny Turnbull uses his unique powers as a human softwire to lead a daring mission to free the enslaved Samiran people
Ages 10–14
Americus
MK Reed
For the teen finding their voice when others try to silence it. A small town boy fights to keep his favorite books on li
Ages 12–18
A Sea of Lemon Trees The Corrido of Roberto Alvarez
María Dolores Águila
For the child grappling with the unfairness of the world, this verse novel illuminates a landmark fight for equality thr
Ages 8–12
Ruth Objects: The Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Doreen Rappaport
For the child who notices when things aren't fair and needs to see how persistence and using your voice can change the w
Ages 6–10
Voices #5
Two Sisters: A Story of Freedom
Kereen Getten
Separated by skin tone and status upon arriving in London, sisters Ruth and Anna must find a way back to each other in a
Ages 9–12
Ronia, the Robber's Daughter #1
Ronia, the Robber's Daughter
Astrid Lindgren
For the child seeking to forge their own path despite family expectations. This classic tale celebrates the fierce bond
Ages 8–12
Bone #5
Rock Jaw: Master of the Eastern Border
Jeff Smith
Fone and Smiley Bone must protect a group of orphaned baby animals from a massive mountain lion while trying to return a
Ages 8–14
Nightshade #1
Nightshade
Andrea Cremer
Calla is a wolf destined to mate with her pack’s alpha, but saving a human boy makes her question the laws she was born
Ages 14–18
Who Was?
Who Was Eleanor Roosevelt?
Gare Thompson
Eleanor Roosevelt redefined her role by speaking out on the radio and in print. She transformed from a First Lady into a
Ages 8–11
Follow the Moon Home
Philippe Cousteau, Deborah Hopkinson
A young girl spots baby sea turtles heading toward bright city lights instead of the ocean and launches a community-wide
Ages 5–8
Iron Widow #2
Heavenly Tyrant
Xiran Jay Zhao
For teens finding their voice against unfair rules, this high-stakes adventure follows a girl reclaiming her power in a
Ages 14–18
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