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Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself
3,270 books about standing up for yourself
0–3 yrs
222 books
4–7 yrs
1086 books
8–11 yrs
1148 books
12–18 yrs
757 books
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Troll Bridge: A Rock 'N' Roll Fairy Tale
Adam Stemple, Jane Yolen
For the teenager navigating the pressure of artistic talent and the fierce, sometimes scary responsibility of protecting
Ages 12–18
Rescue Squad No. 9 #2
Rescue Squad No. 9
Mike Austin
For the child curious about history and justice, this account explores the courage of a national hero who stood up for h
Ages 8–12
One Last Shot
John David Anderson
For the child who feels the weight of high expectations and needs to know that their own unique talents are worth more t
Ages 8–12
The Wimpy
Çağdaş M. Sakallı
For the child who follows their heart even when it goes against the grain. This story supports little ones navigating ex
Ages 4–8
Walk Across the Sea
Susan Fletcher
For the middle-grade reader beginning to notice social divides and wondering how to stand up for others even when it is
Ages 10–14
The Mediator #2
Ninth Key
Meg Cabot
For the teen navigating the overwhelming feeling of being different and the pressure of keeping a huge secret from the w
Ages 12–17
Mixed Bag
Sara Amini
For the child feeling the weight of 'parentified' sibling duties while trying to chase their own dreams and find their v
Ages 8–12
Fighter in Velvet Gloves
Annie Boochever, Roy Peratrovich Jr.
For the teen or middle grader questioning unfair rules: discover how one Tlingit woman stood up against segregation and
Ages 10–18
Emma's Epic Quest Through the Savanna
Emily Callas
For the child who needs a boost of confidence when things go wrong. Emma the elephant models how to keep going with brav
Ages 2–10
Cesar: SÃ, Se Puede! Yes, We Can!
Carmen T. Bernier-Grand
For the child questioning why things aren't fair, this poetic biography follows Cesar Chavez's journey from farmworker t
Ages 8–12
You Don't Know Me
David Klass
For the teen struggling with a difficult home life who uses imagination as a shield and feels invisible to the world aro
Ages 13–17
In One Ear and Out the Other: Antonia Brico & her amazingly musical life (Amazing Women series)
Diane Worthey
For the child who has been told they cannot do something because of who they are. This inspiring biography shows how to
Ages 4–8
The Mediator #3
Reunion
Meg Cabot
For the teen navigating the pressure to fit in while staying true to their unique abilities and moral compass.
Ages 12–17
Invisible Isabel
Sally J. Pla
For the quiet child who feels overlooked and struggles with sensory overload or social anxiety, finding the courage to s
Ages 6–9
Dear Mr. Dickens
Nancy Churnin
For the child who notices something unfair in a favorite book or movie. Discover how one woman's brave letters changed a
Ages 7–11
Juni B
Bob DiCello
For the child who feels an inner calling to be different or needs tools to manage their inner critic and build self-este
Ages 6–11
Todos Iguales - All Equal
Christy Hale
For the child noticing when things aren't fair, this bilingual true story shows how a community's courage led to the fir
Ages 6–10
Inspirational Female Sports Stories for Kids
Jessica Blakely
For the girl who needs to see that even champions face doubt. These 12 stories of iconic female athletes pair biography
Ages 8–12
I'll Be the One
Lyla Lee
For the teenager finding their voice while facing family pressure and societal body standards. This story celebrates sel
Ages 13–18
Blood Water Paint
Joy McCullough
For the teenager grappling with the weight of silence and the need for truth, this verse novel explores finding one's vo
Ages 14–18
Sparrow Girl
Sara Pennypacker
For the child who wants to protect every small creature they find, this story explores how one girl's secret kindness he
Ages 4–9
No Truth Without Ruth: The Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Kathleen Krull
For the child who notices when things aren't fair and needs to see how quiet persistence and hard work can change the wo
Ages 4–9
Unraveling Freedom: The Battle for Democracy on the Home Front During World War I
Ann Bausum
For the student grappling with how fear can change a country, this powerful history explores the fragile nature of civil
Ages 12–18
Of All Tribes: American Indians and Alcatraz
Joseph Bruchac
For the child curious about why people protest, this book explores a peaceful yet powerful movement for indigenous right
Ages 8–12
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