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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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Roses and Radicals
Susan Zimet
This epic history traces the grit and determination of the American women who fought a long, radical battle to win the r
Ages 10–14
Millicent Min and Friends #4
Warp Speed
Lisa Yee
Seventh-grader Marley tries to navigate middle school bullies and unrequited love while finding sanctuary in the AV club
Ages 10–14
Maya's Song
Renée Watson
For the child discovering their own unique voice through the inspiring legacy of Maya Angelou. A lyrical exploration of
Ages 4–10
A is for Activist
The Wedding Portrait
Innosanto Nagara
For the child who asks why people march in the streets or why some rules are meant to be broken in the name of what is r
Ages 5–10
Hurry Freedom: African Americans in Gold Rush California
Jerry Stanley
For the child curious about hidden figures in history, this book explores the grit and determination of African American
Ages 10–14
I Want a Dog
Jon Agee
For the child who knows exactly what they want and won't be swayed by silly alternatives. A humorous take on staying fir
Ages 4–8
When the Stammer Came to Stay
Maggie O'Farrell
For the child who suddenly finds words getting stuck in their throat. A tender story that personifies a new stammer to h
Ages 5–9
Ellie Engle #1
Ellie Engle Saves the World Herself!
Leah Johnson
For the child who prefers the sidelines but is finding their own voice, this story celebrates the quiet strength and bra
Ages 8–12
Miss Quinces
Kat Fajardo
Sue dreams of summer camp but ends up at her family's traditional quinceañera celebration in this graphic novel about cu
Ages 8–12
Vinyl Moon
Mahogany L. Browne
For the teenager seeking a fresh start after a painful home life, finding healing through the rhythm of a new neighborho
Ages 14–18
A Dream of Freedom
Diane McWhorter
The long fight to end segregation and secure voting rights comes to life through the history of the nonviolent protests
Ages 10–14
Dragons: Father and Son
Alexandre Lacroix
For the child who feels pressured to be someone they aren't. A gentle dragon finds a way to honor his kind nature while
Ages 4–8
Transgender Lives
Kirstin Cronn-Mills
For teens exploring their own identity or seeking to understand the experiences of others, this nonfiction guide provide
Ages 12–18
Voices From the March on Washington
J. Patrick Lewis
Experience the struggle for civil rights through the eyes of John Lewis in this striking graphic novel memoir about the
Ages 12–18
Musical Narratives
The Farewell Symphony
Anna Harwell Celenza
Joseph Haydn uses the power of music to stage a clever protest, leading his orchestra in a symphony that sends a message
Ages 6–10
The Art Lesson
Tomie dePaola
Tommy loves drawing his own way at home, but school art class has strict rules and only one piece of paper. He must find
Ages 4–8
Becoming Kareem
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Raymond Obstfeld
Trace the rise of a basketball legend who broke scoring records and used his platform to champion identity, faith, and s
Ages 10–14
Liza Lou and the Yeller Belly Swamp
Mercer Mayer
Liza Lou uses her sharp wit and steady courage to outrun and outsmart the creepy monsters lurking in the Yeller Belly Sw
Ages 4–9
Backwater
Joan Bauer
Ivy trades her father’s legal ambitions for a hike into the Adirondack wilds to find a reclusive aunt and uncover her ow
Ages 12–17
Boycott Blues
Andrea Davis Pinkney
For the child learning how small steps can lead to big changes. This rhythmic story helps kids process unfairness throug
Ages 5–9
A Group of One
Rachna Gilmore
For the teen navigating the tug-of-war between their family's heritage and their own modern identity while facing subtle
Ages 12–16
Leeva at Last
Sara Pennypacker
For the child who feels isolated or different, this story celebrates the power of books to open doors and the beauty of
Ages 8–12
Ordinary People Change the World #31
I Am John Lewis
Brad Meltzer
Young John Lewis learns that peaceful protest and getting into good trouble can change the world in this illustrated bio
Ages 5–9
Period Power
Nadya Okamoto
For the young adult navigating the physical and social realities of menstruation while looking for ways to make a positi
Ages 12–18
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