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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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She Persisted
She Persisted: Coretta Scott King
Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Starling Lyons
For the child learning how to stand up for others, this biography shows how Coretta Scott King used her voice and musica
Ages 6–9
Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior Graphic Novel #2
Path of the Diamond
Cube Kid, Pirate Sourcil
For the child who feels stuck in a pre-determined path: follow a young villager who dares to defy expectations and pursu
Ages 8–12
My Little Golden Book About
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Shana Corey
For the child who asks 'why?' and values fairness. This early reader shows how a young girl's stand against a small rule
Ages 5–8
The Pen Pieyu Adventures #1
Sir Princess Petra
Diane Mae Robinson
For the child who feels boxed in by others' expectations, this story celebrates the courage to swap tea parties for knig
Ages 7–10
Social Skills: Dealing with People #7
Insults Aren't Funny
Amanda F. Doering
For the child who has been hurt by mean words or needs help understanding why name-calling isn't a joke, this guide offe
Ages 5–8
Get Into Character: Plays for a Purpose
Friend or Foe?: Plays about Bullying
Catherine Gourley
For middle schoolers navigating complex social hierarchies and peer pressure. These short scripts help students step int
Ages 10–14
Little Golden Book Biography
Billie Jean King: A Little Golden Book Biography
Anna Membrino
For the child who notices when rules aren't fair: this gentle biography introduces tennis legend Billie Jean King and he
Ages 2–5
Oy #1
The Gold-Threaded Dress
Carolyn Marsden
For the child feeling the weight of being the new kid, this gentle story explores the vulnerability of sharing your heri
Ages 7–10
Jack #2
Hate That Cat
Sharon Creech
For the child who struggles to find the right words or has complicated feelings about pets, this verse novel explores th
Ages 8–12
Humphrey's Tiny Tales #5
Creepy-Crawly Camping Adventure
Betty G. Birney
For the child preparing for their first night under the stars, this story builds confidence while navigating tricky peer
Ages 6–9
The Ruining
Anna Collomore
For the teen navigating a situation that feels 'off,' this chilling thriller explores the thin line between being cared
Ages 14–18
The Spooky Tail of Prewitt Peacock
Bill Peet
For the child who feels like their unique quirks are flaws. Prewitt's unusual tail makes him an outcast until its 'spook
Ages 4–8
Seventh Grade Tango
Elizabeth Levy
For the middle-schooler navigating the awkwardness of puberty and the social pressure of school dance classes with a lon
Ages 8–12
QB Blitz
Matt Christopher
For the young athlete facing a teammate who plays dirty or uses social pressure to get ahead. A relatable story about ke
Ages 8–12
World War II #2
Dead in the Water
Chris Lynch
For the reader grappling with the complexities of fairness and friendship, this naval adventure explores standing up for
Ages 10–14
Henri the Frenchie #1
Henri and the Magnificent Snort
Samantha Childs
For the child who feels self-conscious about being different or has faced unkind words from peers for things they cannot
Ages 3–8
These Shallow Graves
Jennifer Donnelly
For the teen navigating a world that expects her to be quiet while she uncovers uncomfortable truths about her family an
Ages 14–18
Mice Twice
Joseph Low
For the child who loves outsmarting the 'big kids' or older siblings, this witty story shows that brains can beat brawn
Ages 4–8
Pokémon Junior #15
The Wobbuffet Village
S. E. Heller
For the child learning that first impressions can be wrong and that even the 'tough guys' can choose to do the right thi
Ages 6–9
The Hide-and-Scare Bear
Ivan Bates
For the child who loves to startle others and needs a gentle lesson on how 'scary' play can hurt feelings.
Ages 3–7
Katie Kazoo, Switcheroo #14
Friends for Never
Nancy Krulik
For the child navigating a changing friendship or a 'best friend' who has suddenly become a bit of a snob.
Ages 7–10
Starry Messenger
Peter Sís
For the child who asks 'why' or 'how' about everything, this visually stunning biography explores the courage it takes t
Ages 6–10
Lifting as We Climb: Black Women's Battle for the Ballot Box
Evette Dionne
For the young reader questioning why certain voices are missing from history class, this book restores the legacy of Bla
Ages 10–14
Beany #1
Don't Call Me Beanhead!
Susan Wojciechowski
For the child who worries about every small detail, Beany's relatable stories provide comfort and humor as she navigates
Ages 6–9
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