Standing Up for Yourself

For the child who feels powerless in a new situation and needs to see a hero who wins by being clever, assertive, and ev

For the child finding the courage to speak out against unfairness, even when they are the new kid in a divided community

For the child navigating the complex waters of self-image, body changes, and finding their voice during a summer of tran

Jazz Jennings shares her real-life journey of growing up transgender and finding the courage to live as her true self fr

For the child who needs to see that true strength is found in standing up for your beliefs, even when the world tells yo

For the child who feels the sting of unfairness and wants to know how one person can spark a movement by standing up for

For the child who needs to see that their true self is worth celebrating, even when the world feels like it's trying to

For the child who has felt overlooked despite their hard work, this 1980s-set story validates the sting of unfairness an

Elmer the duck faces teasing for being different, but his bravery during a harsh winter and a daring rescue of his Papa

Dominica turns to the power of street art to take a stand against invasive security cameras and cyberbullying at her sch

Lively cartoons satirize male chauvinism through the ages and celebrate the bold women who fought for equality.

Spencer loves his new soccer team, but his joy is threatened when a required birth certificate reveals he is trans. Winn

John Feinstein brings his expertise as a veteran sportswriter to this gripping look at the high-stakes world of competit

Eighth-grader Indigo risks her social standing and friendships when she uses the legacy of Ida B. Wells to fight modern

For the child who feels overlooked as the youngest or smallest in the family and is ready to prove they have a big voice

For the teen grappling with the social and personal consequences of standing up for what they believe in, even when it r

For the child navigating the tricky social waters of third grade, this story explores the pressure to prove oneself whil

A young farmworker finds her voice and her strength when she joins Dolores Huerta and other activists in the historic 19

For the child who feels lost in a crowd or restricted by family expectations, this story celebrates the courage it takes

For the teen who feels out of place in their traditional school environment and is ready to advocate for a different way

For teens navigating a world that feels unfair, this anthology provides a powerful mirror for those learning to stand up

Moving to the South sparks a personal and political awakening for Kate as she writes a play about the local controversy

Lush watercolor illustrations bring new life to the classic tale of three clever goats facing off against the hungry tro

A bus tells the powerful story of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery boycott that changed history through a single act of qui