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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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Frank's Red Hat
Sean E. Avery
For the child who loves to stand out, even when everyone else is trying to blend in. A penguin's bold red hat sparks a j
Ages 3–7
Adam Canfield #1
Adam Canfield of the Slash
Michael Winerip
Two middle-school editors trade homework for hard-hitting journalism as they chase a lead on corruption hiding within th
Ages 8–12
Out of the Storm
Joanne Marks
For the child grappling with the silent weight of anxiety following a life-altering event. This story offers a gentle ha
Ages 8–12
The Girl Who Spun Gold
Virginia Hamilton
For the child feeling pressure to meet impossible expectations. This West Indian Rumpelstiltskin retelling explores find
Ages 5–10
Pete the Sheep #1
Pete the Sheep
Jackie French
For the child who feels like they don't fit the mold, this funny story celebrates the courage to do things differently a
Ages 3–8
Mr. Wolf's Pancakes
Jan Fearnley
Mr. Wolf is making a stack of pancakes all by himself since his fairy tale neighbors won't help, but the kitchen gets cr
Ages 4–8
Queer and Fearless
Rob Sanders
For the child curious about LGBTQ+ history and looking for role models who stood up for fairness and identity.
Ages 8–12
School Friends: Silver Spires #3
Princess at Silver Spires
Ann Bryant
Naomi just wants to help a charity, but when a fashion designer tries to exploit her royal title, she must decide how to
Ages 8–12
Ellen's Case
Lois Metzger
Sixteen-year-old Ellen finds her world expanding as she gets involved in her brother’s legal case and begins to envision
Ages 12–17
Abuelita and Me
Leonarda Carranza
For children processing the confusion and hurt of seeing a loved one treated unfairly because of how they look or speak.
Ages 4–8
The Princess and the Pizza
Mary Jane Auch
For the child who needs to know they can create their own path when the old rules no longer work, this silly story celeb
Ages 4–8
Vampire Academy #2
Frostbite
Richelle Mead
Vampire attacks and messy romances collide during a mandatory ski trip where Rose must team up with an unlikely ally to
Ages 13–18
When Marian Sang: The True Recital of Marian Anderson
Pam Muñoz Ryan
For the child discovering that talent knows no color, this lyrical biography follows a gifted singer as she overcomes ra
Ages 6–10
Yours for Justice, Ida B. Wells: The Daring Life of a Crusading Journalist
Philip Dray
Ida B. Wells used her courageous spirit and her reporter's pen to fight against unfair treatment and lead a tireless cru
Ages 8–12
Russel Middlebrook #1
Geography Club
Brent Hartinger
A group of high schoolers forms a fake, boring club to hide a real community where they can safely navigate the treacher
Ages 13–18
Imani #1
Imani and the Great Hair Experiment
Cicely Lewis
For the child questioning societal beauty standards or wanting to explore their natural hair journey with confidence.
Ages 7–10
Yoko #4
Yoko Writes Her Name
Rosemary Wells
Excitement for the first day of school turns to hurt when classmates tease Yoko about her Japanese calligraphy, but she
Ages 4–8
Raybearer #1
Raybearer
Jordan Ifueko
Tarisai desperately wants to join the Crown Prince’s Council, but she is haunted by a magical wish from her mother: gain
Ages 12–18
The Little Truck
Unknown
For the teenager starting to question the world around them and looking for the courage to stand up for their rights and
Ages 13–18
Five Things About Ava Andrews
Margaret Dilloway
For the child who feels held back by what-ifs and physical limitations, this story shows how creative expression can tur
Ages 8–12
Mental Toughness for Girl Athletes
Maximus Stone
For the girl athlete facing competition nerves, this guide builds the grit and focus needed to handle pressure on and of
Ages 10–17
A Crow of His Own
Megan Dowd Lambert
For the child feeling the weight of a predecessor's big shoes, this story offers a reassuring path to finding their own
Ages 4–8
Soren's Seventh Song
Dave Eggers
For the child who dances to their own beat and feels constrained by the status quo. A witty celebration of artistic expe
Ages 4–8
Ol' Mama Squirrel
David Ezra Stein
Ol Mama Squirrel has protected her babies from everything, but now a hungry grizzly bear is threatening her family tree
Ages 3–7
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