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Standing Up for Yourself

169 books about standing up for yourself

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Format

Chapter Books Middle Grade Graphic Novels

Cover of Body Safety Book for Kids

Social-Emotional Learning #3

Body Safety Book for Kids

Empowers children with the vocabulary and confidence to understand personal boundaries, private parts, and the right to

Cover of Kids Speak Out About Bullying

Kids Speak Out About Bullying

Chris Schwab

For the child navigating tricky social waters, this guide uses real kids' stories to help them recognize bullying and fi

Ages 8–12

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My Body Safety Rules

Jayneen Sanders

For the parent looking to empower their child with the language of consent and body safety. This guide makes difficult c

Cover of The Whistle, the Grave, and the Ghost

Lewis Barnavelt #12

The Whistle, the Grave, and the Ghost

Brad Strickland

For the child who struggles with peer pressure or is tempted to use an unfair advantage to stop a bully, even when they

Cover of S.O.R. Losers

S.O.R. Losers #1

For the child who feels pressured to excel in areas they don't enjoy. This story celebrates the freedom to be yourself,

Cover of Mary Anne's Book

The Baby-Sitters Club Portrait Collection #4

Mary Anne's Book

For the child who feels ready for more responsibility but faces strict rules at home, this story explores finding your v

Cover of Dawn and the Older Boy

The Baby-Sitters Club #51

Dawn and the Older Boy

For the young reader navigating the complexities of first dates and learning to trust their gut when a relationship star

Cover of Tease Monster

Building Relationships

For the child struggling to tell if a friend is being playful or mean. This story helps little ones navigate the tricky

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Monstrous Regiment

Terry Pratchett

For the teen exploring how to define themselves beyond expectations, this witty adventure follows a young woman who join

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Starting from Seneca Falls

Karen Schwabach

For the child who wonders if one person can truly change the world, this story of a runaway orphan finding her voice in

Cover of The Bear That Wasn't

The Bear That Wasn't

For the child who feels unheard or misunderstood, this classic parable explores the struggle to maintain your true self

Cover of Anyone But Me

Katie Kazoo, Switcheroo #1

For the child who has ever felt picked on and wished to be someone else, this magical adventure proves that being yourse

Cover of Anti-Bullying Book for Girls

Anti-Bullying Book for Girls

For the girl navigating the complex world of friendship cliques and social pressure, this guide offers tools to handle m

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Imogene's Last Stand

Candace Fleming

For the child who feels small in a world of big decisions. Imogene finds her voice and uses her passion for history to s

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Kids Talk about Bullying

Help your little one navigate tricky playground dynamics and social challenges with this gentle guide to understanding a

Cover of Let's Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent and Respect

Social Emotional Learning

Let's Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent and Respect

Jayneen Sanders

For the child who needs help navigating personal space, this essential guide empowers kids to set their own boundaries a

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Anne Hutchinson's Way

Jeannine Atkins

For the child finding their own voice when their beliefs don't match the crowd, this historical tale follows a girl witn

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The Railway Series #13

Duck and the Diesel Engine

For the child navigating new group dynamics and feeling the pressure to prove their worth when a boastful newcomer arriv

Cover of Chirp

For the child navigating the weight of a difficult secret or processing a family member's health change while finding th

Cover of Trouble Magnet

Graham Salisbury

For the child feeling the pressure of new responsibilities and the sting of a classroom bully while trying to find their

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Matt Christopher Sports Classics

Matt Christopher

For the young athlete struggling with on-field pressure or a difficult teammate, this classic sports story explores find

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Who HQ Graphic Novels

Who Was the Greatest? Muhammad Ali

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

Cover of Mary Anne and the Little Princess

The Baby-Sitters Club #102

Mary Anne and the Little Princess

For the child who struggles with demanding peers or guests. Learn how Mary Anne handles a 'royal' visitor while teaching

Cover of Hello, Mallory

The Baby-Sitters Club #14

For the child eager to prove they are 'grown up' enough to join the big kids. This story explores the sting of being und

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