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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

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Princess Furball

Charlotte S. Huck

For the child who needs to see that resourcefulness and cleverness can overcome scary situations. A princess escapes an

Ages 4–9

The Truth About Mrs. Claus

Meena Harris

For the child who feels pressured to follow in their family's footsteps but has a different passion of their own.

Ages 4–8

Stamped (for Kids): Racism, Antiracism, and You

Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi

For the child asking big questions about fairness and history, this conversational guide breaks down the origins of raci

Ages 7–12

You've Goth My Heart

Lev AC Rosen

For the teenager who feels like they don't quite fit in, this story explores the beauty of subcultures and the courage i

Ages 13–18

Matt Christopher Sports Biographies

Muhammad Ali

Matt Christopher

For the young sports fan curious about more than just the game, this biography explores how a legendary athlete used his

Ages 8–12

Ida B. Wells Marches for the Vote

Dinah Johnson

For the child learning to speak up for what is right, even when others try to push them aside. Discover how Ida B. Wells

Ages 4–8

Miss Paul and the President: The Creative Campaign for Women's Right to Vote

Dean Robbins

For the child who feels small in a world of big rules: Alice Paul's creative, persistent journey shows how one person ca

Ages 4–8

Slamdown Town #1

Slamdown Town

Maxwell Nicoll, Matthew Smith

For the child who feels small in a world of giants, this high-energy tale explores how to find your own strength without

Ages 8–12

A Lion Named Shirley Williamson

Bernard Waber

For the child who feels misunderstood because they don't fit a specific mold or expected look. This story celebrates bei

Ages 4–8

Princess Decomposia and Count Spatula

Andi Watson

For the child feeling weighed down by big responsibilities or a demanding parent, this story shows how creativity and a

Ages 8–12

Hero-Type

Barry Lyga

For the teen navigating the pressure of public opinion when their personal values clash with community expectations of p

Ages 14–18

Harald #1

Harald and the Giant Knight

Donald Carrick

For the child who feels small when others take over their space, this medieval tale shows how brains can triumph over br

Ages 5–9

Coney Tales #2

Showdown at Lonesome Pellet

Paul Rátz de Tagyos

For the child who needs to see that being quiet doesn't mean being weak. A whimsical Western where a humble traveler sta

Ages 4–8

First Grade King

Karen Lynn Williams

For the child feeling the first-grade jitters, from the struggle of learning to read to finding the courage to stand up

Ages 6–8

The Sara Summer

Mary Downing Hahn

For the child feeling self-conscious about their changing body or height. A relatable story about finding confidence thr

Ages 8–12

Florence Nightingale The Courageous Life of the Legendary Nurse

Catherine Reef

For the teenager seeking a sense of purpose, this sophisticated biography explores how one woman's conviction transforme

Ages 12–18

Supernatural Investigations #2

Amari and the Great Game

B. B. Alston

For the child navigating unfair expectations or feeling they have to prove their worth in a world that doubts them.

For the child who has ever been told they are too little to help. Emma proves that creativity and good friends are more

Ages 4–8

Strong Is the New Pretty A Celebration of Girls Being Themselves

Kate T. Parker

For the girl who needs to know she is enough exactly as she is. This stunning photo collection redefines beauty through

Ages 6–18

Rumblewick's Diary #3

My Unwilling Witch Gets a Makeover

Hiawyn Oram

For the child who prefers mud and mess over fancy dresses, or the one struggling with high-pressure social expectations

For the teen navigating a world where they feel they must hide their true self, this story explores finding the courage

Ages 14–18

Snap Books: Take Action

Social Justice: How You Can Make a Difference

Lynn Bogen Sanders

For the child who notices unfairness in the world and wants to help. This guide empowers young people with real tools to

Ages 8–12

Big Words #4

Eleanor, Quiet No More: The Life of Eleanor Roosevelt

Doreen Rappaport

For the child who feels small or shy, this biography shows how one girl overcame her anxieties to become a champion for

For the teenager navigating the trauma of sexual assault and seeking a path to justice when traditional systems feel bro

Ages 14–18

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