Standing Up for Yourself

Bootsie Barker is a terror who only plays games that involve biting, until a clever friend finds a way to change the rul

For the child who loves animals and wants to speak up against unfairness. See how two women turned their outrage into ac

For the child who feels frustrated by unfair rules or being told no. Discover how Judy Heumann turned a lifetime of 'no'

In the pages of her personal journal, eleven-year-old Ratchet navigates her life as a homeschooled mechanic while trying

For the child who feels small in a world of big rules: discover how a group of kids changed history by standing together

Benny and Penny try to protect their favorite toys from their pestering cousin Bo during a backyard treasure hunt.

For the young explorer who loves experiments but feels nervous about school bullies and the pressure of the big science

For the teen exploring their gender identity or sexual orientation, this graphic-heavy guide offers a roadmap for coming

Terra hides her scarred face and follows her father's rules until an unexpected collision with a quirky Goth boy forces

For the middle grader navigating the bittersweet realization that a first relationship has run its course and it is time

For the child who needs to know that hard work and staying the course can lead to big changes. This biography follows El

For the child feeling out of place after a big move, this story explores finding your voice and staying true to your roo

For the child who feels their creative talents aren't valued at school or needs the courage to stand up for their hobbie

In 1949 Los Angeles, Francine’s friendship with a rebellious classmate at her Catholic school forces her to question the

For the child questioning why rules exist or feeling frustrated by unfairness. This story uses a bear's imagination to e

For the child who feels like a small bird in a big world, navigating the quiet jitters of a new school and the search fo

In a prehistoric river valley, thirteen-year-old Anooka defies her clan’s ancient traditions to forge a bold new life on

Troublesome knights have taken over the family farm for spring training, forcing young Harald to hatch a desperate plan

Jessie fights to find her own voice and build self-esteem as she balances the pressures of a performing arts school with

Nhika relies on her secret healing powers to survive a harsh industrial city, but one desperate choice leads to a series

For the child curious about how one person can change the world, this biography explores the power of nonviolent protest

For children learning to love their own strength and uniqueness, this biography follows Olympic rugby star Ilona Maher's

Felix faces school bullies by day and monsters by night until he meets a boy in his dreams who might hold the key to his

Maverick wears a toy sheriff badge to survive sixth grade, hoping to find the hero inside himself while facing bullies a