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Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself
3,128 books about standing up for yourself
0–3 yrs
214 books
4–7 yrs
1045 books
8–11 yrs
1095 books
12–18 yrs
726 books
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
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The First Thing About You
Chaz Hayden
For the teenager who wants to be known for their personality rather than their physical appearance, this story explores
Ages 14–18
If I Have a Wicked Stepmother, Where's My Prince?
Melissa Kantor
Lucy’s life feels like a fractured fairy tale with a cruel stepmother and too many chores. She hopes a varsity basketbal
Ages 12–17
George Brown, Class Clown #12
It's a Bird, It's a Plane, It's Toiletman!
Nancy Krulik
Tempers flare when a friend turns George and Alex into embarrassing comic book villains, leading to a major social boyco
Ages 7–10
Somebody Everybody Listens To
Suzanne Supplee
For the teenager dreaming of a bigger life, this story follows a girl finding the courage to chase her goals while navig
Ages 12–17
The Way I Used to Be #1
The Way I Used to Be
Amber Smith
Eden’s world is shattered in an instant, forcing her to spend four years of high school hiding her trauma while slowly f
Ages 14–18
Batcat #1
Batcat
Meggie Ramm
For the child who feels they don't quite fit into a single box, this spooky adventure celebrates the joy of being exactl
Ages 7–10
Million Dollar Series #2
The Million Dollar Kick
Dan Gutman
Whisper absolutely hates sports, but now she has one shot to kick a soccer ball past a local hero for a life-changing mi
Ages 8–12
Internment
Samira Ahmed
Forced into a terrifying internment camp in a futuristic America, seventeen-year-old Layla Amin must find the courage to
Ages 14–18
Aniana del Mar Jumps In
Jasminne Mendez
For the child adjusting to a life-changing medical diagnosis while navigating complicated family expectations and a pass
Ages 8–12
Above the Rim How Elgin Baylor Changed Basketball
Jen Bryant
For the child who loves sports but needs to understand how heroes are made off the court through courage and quiet stren
Ages 4–12
Emmie & Friends #5
Truly Tyler
Terri Libenson
For the child feeling torn between different social circles or struggling to pursue a 'uncool' hobby while maintaining t
Ages 8–12
According to Plan
Christen Randall
For the teen navigating the pressure of internet fame while learning that their worth isn't defined by their size, neuro
Ages 14–18
Safety Rules!
Staying Safe Around Strangers
Lucia Raatma
Empower your child with practical safety rules for interacting with people they don't know in public and online social s
Ages 5–8
Not a Unicorn
Dana Middleton
For the child who feels like they have to hide their true self to fit in. Jewel was born with a horn on her head and jus
Ages 8–12
What If...?
What If a Stranger Approaches You?
Anara Guard
For parents looking to empower their child with clear safety rules, this guide helps kids identify safe adults and handl
Ages 5–8
Descendant of the Crane
Joan He
For the teen navigating the heavy weight of family expectations and questioning the systems of power they are meant to i
Ages 14–18
Story Time
Edward Bloor
For the student feeling the weight of standardized testing and academic pressure, this story validates the frustration o
Ages 12–16
Meeting the Make-out King
Lynn Cullen
Nora finally made it into the cool crowd, but it isn’t what she expected. Now her friends are pushing her toward a boy s
Ages 10–14
Fairy Tale Journals #1
This Journal Belongs to Snow White
Jose Cruz
For the young reader who loves to see familiar stories in a new light, this diary-style retelling helps kids explore voi
Ages 8–11
Girl Made of Stars
Ashley Herring Blake
Mara is caught in a heartbreaking storm of loyalty and doubt when her twin brother is accused of a crime by one of her c
Ages 14–18
The Computer Nut
Betsy Byars
For the child who loves tech or wonders about life on other planets, this retro mystery explores what happens when digit
Ages 8–12
Tales from Deckawoo Drive #3
Where Are You Going, Baby Lincoln?
Kate DiCamillo
For the child learning to find their own voice while navigating the shadow of a bossy or overbearing older sibling.
Ages 6–9
The Chicken of the Family
Mary Amato
Henrietta is so tired of her older sisters teasing her that she's a chicken that she decides to head to the farm to live
Ages 4–8
Miracle Wimp #1
Miracle Wimp
Erik P. Kraft
High school is a comedic minefield for Tom Mayo as he deals with wood shop mishaps, awkward dates, and a group of bullie
Ages 12–16
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