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Standing Up for Yourself Books for Kids | Wonderlit

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Standing Up for Yourself

764 books about standing up for yourself

Age

0–2 3–5 6–8 9–12 13+

Black Belt

Matt Faulkner

For the child facing a playground bully, this magical journey reveals that true power comes from mental focus and discip

Ages 5–9

My School is Worse Than Yours

Tom Toles

For the creative child who feels restricted by rules or standardized testing, this futuristic tale celebrates the power

Ages 8–12

Hazelwood High #2

Forged by Fire

Sharon M. Draper

For the teen processing family trauma or the weight of being a protector. This powerful story explores resilience in the

Ages 12–18

Stay

Deb Caletti

For the teenager or parent navigating the warning signs of an obsessive relationship and the courageous, difficult journ

Ages 14–18

The Trials of Molly Sheldon

Julian F. Thompson

For the teen navigating the tension between personal beliefs and community pressure, this story explores finding your vo

Ages 12–17

We Shall Overcome: Heroes of the Civil Rights Movement

Fred Powledge

For the young person asking big questions about fairness and justice: a powerful history of the brave people who fought

For the child who wants to use their voice for good, this biography follows Amandla Stenberg's journey from young actor

For the child who struggles with bossy behavior or needs to see the value of kindness, this barnyard fable shows what ha

Ages 4–7

The Cybil War

Betsy Byars

For the child navigating the tricky waters of middle school friendships and realizing that a 'best friend' might not alw

Ages 8–12

The Cartoonist

Betsy Byars

For the child who needs a quiet space to call their own. Alfie turns to his art to find peace within a crowded home and

Ages 8–12

How to Talk So People Will Listen And Sound Confident (Even When You're Not)

Lizzie Waterworth

For the child who feels their voice shake when called on in class or worries about speaking in front of a group. Practic

Ages 9–14

Shirley Chisholm Is a Verb

Veronica Chambers

For the child who needs to see how one person's voice can change the world. This active biography shows how Shirley Chis

Ages 4–8

The Dog Who Meowed: A Tail of Two Sounds

Maryam Zahoor

For the child who feels like they do not quite fit in with their peers. This gentle story celebrates individuality and t

Ages 5–9

Freedom's Children: Young Civil Rights Activists Tell Their Own Stories

Ellen Levine

For the child questioning why the world is unfair, these powerful first-person accounts from young Civil Rights leaders

Ages 10–15

Signature Lives

Cesar Chavez: Crusader for Social Change

Brenda Haugen

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

Ages 10–14

Until Someone Listens: A Story About Borders, Family, and One Girl's Mission

Estela Juarez

For the child grappling with the pain of family separation, this moving story follows a girl's journey to find her voice

For the teen who feels like they are paying for their family's past mistakes. This gritty urban fantasy explores autonom

Ages 13–18

Make Good Trouble Discover Movements That Sparked Change

Jamia Wilson

For the teenager who wants to make a difference: this guide explores historical social justice movements to inspire the

Ages 12–18

A Magic Lantern Fairy Tale #2

Drakestail Visits the King

Neil Philip

For the child learning to stand up for what is fair, this classic tale shows how even the smallest friend can reclaim wh

Ages 4–8

Shermy and Shake #2

The Not-So-Nice Neighbor

Kirby Larson

For the child navigating a tricky summer friendship. Help your reader understand how to handle personality clashes and f

Ages 6–9

Frankie and Friends #2

The Big Protest

Christine Platt

For the child curious about the news or noticing unfairness in their neighborhood, this story explains how one small voi

Ages 6–9

Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind Crockett

Caron Lee Cohen

For the child who needs to see that girls can be just as tough, loud, and brave as any frontier hero. A classic tall tal

Ages 5–9

R Is for Rebel

J. Anderson Coats

For the child who bristles at unfair rules or feels like they have to hide their true self to fit in. A powerful story a

For the teen navigating the heavy weight of family legacy while trying to find their own circle of trust in a world that

Ages 14–18

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