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Standing Up for Yourself Books for Kids | Wonderlit

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Standing Up for Yourself

200 books about standing up for yourself

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Picture Books Early Readers Chapter Books Graphic Novels

Cover of Geez Louise!

Spanish-Infused Picture Books

Susan Middleton Elya

For the child feeling intimidated by a playground peer or nervous about a first competition, this story helps build the

Cover of Aunt Nancy and the Bothersome Visitors

Aunt Nancy

Aunt Nancy and the Bothersome Visitors

Phyllis Root

For children learning to set boundaries with tricky people, these funny tales show how a little wit and a cool head can

Ages 6–9

Cover of No, Agatha!

For the spirited child who feels stifled by rules and expectations, this Edwardian-era story celebrates the irrepressibl

Cover of Three Tasks for a Dragon

Three Tasks for a Dragon

For the child who prefers books and kindness over rough-and-tumble play, this witty quest proves that solving problems w

Cover of Frank and the Big Mistake

Frank and the Big Mistake

Martha Brockenbrough

For the child learning to navigate tricky social boundaries when a high-energy houseguest or younger sibling disrupts th

Cover of Furious George Goes Bananas

Michael Rex's Parodies #2

Furious George Goes Bananas

For the child who feels overwhelmed by expectations or misunderstood by adults, this cheeky parody explores setting boun

Cover of This Journal Belongs to Indi: A Cinderella Fractured Fairy Tale

This Journal Belongs to Indi: A Cinderella Fractured Fairy Tale

Stephanie True Peters

For the child navigating the ups and downs of a blended family, this modern diary captures the humor and heart of findin

Cover of Sylvia Rivera

Claudia Romo Edelman, J. Gia Loving

For the child who feels like an outsider and wants to see how standing up for your authentic self can change the world f

Cover of Henry and the Buccaneer Bunnies

Henry and the Buccaneer Bunnies #1

Henry and the Buccaneer Bunnies

For the child whose interests don't quite match their family's expectations, this story celebrates staying true to yours

Cover of Athlete Is Agender True Stories of LGBTQ+ People in Sports

Athlete Is Agender True Stories of LGBTQ+ People in Sports

Katherine Locke, Nicole Melleby

For children who love sports but feel like they don't fit the traditional mold, these inspiring true stories celebrate q

Cover of Tyrone O'Saurus Dreams

Tyrone O'Saurus Dreams

For the child who feels pressured to follow a path they didn't choose. A gentle story about finding the courage to be a

Cover of Dear God, Help Love, Earl

Dear God, Help Love, Earl

For the child who feels powerless against a school bully and needs to see the messy, often funny reality of standing up

Cover of Keena Ford and the Field Trip Mix-Up

Keena Ford and the Field Trip Mix-Up

Melissa Thomson

For the child who tries to be good but finds themselves in sticky situations when classmates push their buttons.

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John and Plunk #1

Mine Will, Said John

Helen V. Griffith

For the child who knows exactly what they want and won't settle for less. A patient but persistent boy proves that somet

Cover of Tye May and the Magic Brush

Tye May and the Magic Brush

For the child who wonders how their art could change the world. A young artist uses a magical gift to stand up to greed

Cover of Sojourner Truth's Step-Stomp Stride

Sojourner Truth's Step-Stomp Stride

For the child learning about fairness and the power of their own voice, this rhythmic biography celebrates the unstoppab

Cover of Bessie Smith and the Night Riders

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

Cover of Pale Male: Citizen Hawk of New York City

Pale Male: Citizen Hawk of New York City

For the child who loves animals and wants to see how even the smallest voices can stand up for nature, this true story s

Cover of Athletes for Gender Equity Billie Jean King, the U. S. Women's Soccer Team, and More

Athletes for Gender Equity Billie Jean King, the U. S. Women's Soccer Team, and More

For the young athlete who notices things aren't always fair on the field, this guide explores the history of sports star

Cover of The Girl Who Sailed the Stars

The Girl Who Sailed the Stars

For the child who feels overlooked or restricted by traditional roles, this snowy adventure celebrates the courage to ch

Cover of I'm Not a Girl A Transgender Story

I'm Not a Girl A Transgender Story

Maddox Lyons, Jessica Verdi

For the child who feels their outside doesn't match their inside. A gentle, supportive look at a young boy's journey to

Cover of Merry Christmas, Space Case

Merry Christmas, Space Case

For the child waiting on a special holiday reunion, this quirky story captures the joy of long-distance friendship and t

Cover of Princess Ellie's Summer Holiday

The Pony-Mad Princess #7

Princess Ellie's Summer Holiday

For the child who loves horses and needs a gentle lesson in how to handle bossy peers with grace and bravery.

Cover of What If a Stranger Approaches You?

What If a Stranger Approaches You?

For parents looking to empower their child with clear safety rules, this guide helps kids identify safe adults and handl

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