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Standing Up for Yourself Books for Kids | Wonderlit

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Standing Up for Yourself

755 books about standing up for yourself

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What Happened To Zoey?

Auntie Angie

For the young artist finding their voice amid neighborhood pressure and family hardship. A powerful story about staying

Ages 12–18

A Stir of Bones

Nina Kiriki Hoffman

For the teen navigating a restrictive or abusive home environment who finds solace and a sense of agency in secrets, fri

Ages 14–18

Wings of Glass

Unknown

For the reader seeking hope in the face of domestic hardship. This story explores how the strength of friendship can hel

Ages 16–18

Bullying: Children and Adults

Terry Hitchcock

For families and communities looking to foster safety and kindness, this guide provides clear tools to identify, address

Ages 6–11

Bullies: Monologues on Bullying for Teens and Adults

Unknown

For the teen or student struggling to find words for their experiences with peer pressure, social exclusion, or the pain

Ages 12–18

The Wolves in the Walls

Neil Gaiman

For the child who feels unheard or notices things others ignore, this story validates their instincts and shows how to f

Ages 5–10

The US Civil Rights Movement for Disabilities

Baby Professor

For the student curious about why our world has ramps and elevators, this guide traces the history of brave individuals

Ages 8–12

Signed, Abiah Rose

Diane Browning

For the child who loves to create but feels held back by unfair rules, this story explores the courage it takes to claim

Ages 5–9

Practice Girl

Estelle Laure

For the teen navigating the fallout of a social media scandal or struggling with how others perceive her body and worth.

Ages 14–18

Native American Rights

Baby Professor

For the curious student asking why rules aren't always fair, this guide explains the history of Native American civil ri

Ages 7–10

Enola Holmes Graphic Novels

Enola Holmes: The Graphic Novels

Serena Blasco, Nancy Springer

For the child craving autonomy and a sense of purpose, this vibrant mystery series celebrates the courage to forge your

Ages 9–14

A Few Thoughts About Bullying for My Little Friends Everywhere

Martha Williams

For the child grappling with peer pressure or unkindness. This gentle guide helps little ones understand bullying and fi

Ages 4–8

Home Field Advantage

Dahlia Adler

For the teen navigating the tension between social standing and staying true to their heart when falling for someone the

Ages 14–18

Freak Show

James St. James

For the teenager who feels like they are 'too much' for their surroundings and needs the courage to turn their individua

Ages 14–18

Walking in Two Worlds

Wab Kinew

For the teen navigating the tension between their digital life and real-world heritage while facing the harsh reality of

Ages 12–17

Attack of the Black Rectangles

Amy Sarig King

For the child noticing unfairness in the world around them, this story empowers young readers to question authority and

Ages 9–13

The Baby-Sitters Club #51

Dawn and the Older Boy

Ann M. Martin

For the preteen navigating the excitement and pressure of a first crush or dating someone slightly older while trying to

Ages 8–12

Black American Series

Lena Horne: Singer & Actress

Brett Howard

For the child who loves to sing and needs to see how talent and courage can break down barriers in a world that isn't al

Ages 7–10

Victory. Stand!: Raising My Fist for Justice

Tommie Smith, Derrick Barnes

For the young reader seeking inspiration on how to channel their talents into a stand for justice, even when the world i

Ages 12–18

I Am Not a Sloth

Marie Meunier, Marie-Pier Meunier

For the child who feels misunderstood by labels or judged by their quiet nature. This gentle story helps kids see themse

Ages 3–8

Neshama

Marcella Pixley

For the sensitive child who feels out of place, this lyrical story explores finding strength in family roots and the cou

Ages 10–14

Rise Up and Write It

Nandini Ahuja

For the child who notices something wrong in their neighborhood and wants to change it. Learn how to organize a communit

For the young girl who feels constrained by expectations and longs to prove her strength, this story follows a legendary

Ages 11–15

Eyes Open

Lyn Miller-Lachmann

For the teen discovering how to find their voice and maintain their integrity when their world is upended by political i

Ages 12–18

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