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Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself
3,127 books about standing up for yourself
0–3 yrs
214 books
4–7 yrs
1044 books
8–11 yrs
1095 books
12–18 yrs
726 books
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The Girls' Book
The Girls' Book of Love
Catherine Dee
True stories, heartfelt poems, and honest advice offer a guiding hand through the confusing and exciting world of romant
Ages 12–17
Margot Mertz #1
Margot Mertz Takes It Down
Carrie McCrossen, Ian McWethy
Margot Mertz uses her tech skills to scrub digital shames from the web, but a dark revenge-porn site at her school spark
Ages 14–18
Jacob Two-Two #1
Jacob Two-Two Meets the Hooded Fang
Mordecai Richler
Jacob must say everything twice just to be heard, but his double-talk might be his only weapon when he’s sent to a dunge
Ages 6–10
Barnett and Klassen's Fairy Tales #1
The Three Billy Goats Gruff
Mac Barnett
A very hungry troll waits under the bridge for a goat dinner, but he is no match for three savvy billy goats in this hil
Ages 4–8
Maritcha: A Nineteenth-Century American Girl
Tonya Bolden
Born free in 19th-century New York, Maritcha survives the 1863 riots and fights a courageous legal battle to become the
Ages 9–12
Far Out Fairy Tales #1
Thumbelina, Wrestling Champ
Alberto Rayo
For the child who feels small in a world made for giants, this high-energy retelling shows that strength and skill come
Ages 7–11
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
Stand Up and Speak Out Against Racism
Yassmin Abdel-Magied
For the child who notices unfairness and wants to help, this handbook provides clear answers and practical tools to unde
Ages 9–12
Will You, Won't You?
Jessie Haas
Mad spends her summer learning to master Highland dancing and horseback riding while finding her own confidence alongsid
Ages 10–14
Littlest Pet Shop
The Perfect Pet Pageant
Lisa Shea
For the child feeling pressured to change for others. This sweet chapter book follows Penny Ling as she learns that bein
Ages 6–9
The Only Girl in School
Natalie Standiford
Life on a tiny island changes instantly for Claire when she becomes the only girl in school and her old friends suddenly
Ages 8–12
Exit, Pursued by a Bear
E. K. Johnston
After a traumatic night at cheer camp, Hermione must navigate small-town rumors and shifting friendships while seeking j
Ages 14–18
Farmer Duck
Martin Waddell
For the child who feels overwhelmed by chores or notices when things aren't fair, this story explores the value of hard
Ages 3–7
Kids on the March: 15 Stories of Speaking Out, Protesting, and Fighting for Justice
Michael G. Long
For the young person asking why people are marching in the streets or wondering if one voice can truly change the world.
Ages 10–14
The Seer #2
Glory
Jodi Lynn
Thirteen-year-old Glory’s spirited nature sparks a conflict within her conservative community that eventually threatens
Ages 12–16
The Cheerleader
Norma Klein
For the middle-schooler navigating social cliques and finding the courage to pursue interests that challenge traditional
Ages 10–14
Baby, Express Yoself
Elizabeth McConaughy-Oliver
For parents who want to raise a confident, expressive child, this sassy board book celebrates a baby's growing voice and
Ages 0–3
The Grasshopper's Song
Nikki Giovanni
Jimmy Grasshopper is taking the Ants to court. Tired of being unappreciated, he sues his neighbors to prove that music a
Ages 6–10
The Secret Cooking Club #1
Secrets and Scones
Laurel Remington
Scarlett felt invisible after her mom started a tell-all blog about her, but a secret cooking hobby helps her find new f
Ages 8–12
Goddess Crown
Shade Lapite
For the teen exploring how to stay true to themselves while navigating systems of power, prejudice, and the weight of a
Ages 14–18
Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice
Nikki Grimes
For children discovering that their voice has power, this rhythmic biography shows how early activism can grow into a li
Ages 4–8
Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice
Katie Cicatelli-Kuc
Lucy’s family coffee shop is under siege by a corporate giant, and the situation gets even steamier when she realizes he
Ages 12–18
Class Action
Steven B. Frank
Sixth grader Sam Warren takes his fight against homework all the way to the Supreme Court with the help of his sister, h
Ages 8–12
The Quentaris Chronicles #15
Slaves of Quentaris
Paul Collins
For the middle-schooler finding their inner strength during difficult transitions. A high-stakes adventure about reclaim
Ages 10–14
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