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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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Slay
Brittney Morris
For the teen seeking a space where they truly belong, this high-stakes thriller explores the power of creating community
Ages 14–18
The William Hoy Story
Nancy Churnin
For the child who feels left out because they communicate differently or faces obstacles in their favorite activities. D
Ages 4–9
Lord of the Mountain
Ronald Kidd
For the child who feels their true passions are at odds with their family's expectations and needs to find their own pat
Ages 8–12
Dating Hamlet
Lisa Fiedler
For the reader who loves a capable heroine: this reimagining of Hamlet empowers Ophelia to take charge of her own story
Ages 12–18
Witch for Hire
Ted Naifeh
For the child who feels like an outsider or is struggling with school social hierarchies, this mystery explores the powe
Ages 10–14
Punch Like a Girl
Karen Krossing
For the teenager processing a traumatic event through anger and withdrawal. This gritty story validates the complex path
Ages 14–18
Tales of Prehistoric Life #1
Ankylosaur Attack
Daniel Loxton
For the young protector who feels a sense of duty toward their elders. This dramatic prehistoric tale highlights the imp
Ages 4–8
Greater Goal, A: The Epic Battle for Equal Pay in Women's Soccer—and Beyond
Elizabeth Rusch
For the young athlete or advocate noticing that things aren't always fair, this deep dive explores the historic legal fi
Ages 10–18
Kevin Henkes Mice
Julius, the Baby of the World
Kevin Henkes
For the child who is finding it difficult to share the spotlight with a new baby. This humorous story captures the compl
Ages 4–8
How the Boogeyman Became a Poet
Tony Keith Jr.
For the teenager navigating the intersection of racial identity and sexuality while searching for the courage to speak t
Ages 14–18
Rightfully Ours
Kerrie Logan Hollihan
For the child who asks why things are unfair, this hands-on history explores the brave women who fought for decades to w
Ages 9–14
Because I Am a Girl I Can Change the World
Rosemary McCarney
For the child curious about the world, this inspiring collection of true stories and photos shows how girls everywhere a
Ages 6–10
Ben #1
Ben Rides On
Matt Davies
For the child grappling with big feelings about a bully, this story explores the complex choice between getting even and
Ages 4–8
Pocket Bios
Muhammad Ali
Claire L'Hoër
For the child who needs to see how strength is found in both physical skill and standing up for what is right, even when
Ages 6–9
Flash Point
Sneed B. Collard III
For the teenager navigating the pressure of choosing between their personal values and the expectations of their communi
Ages 12–17
Write On, Mercy!: The Secret Life of Mercy Otis Warren
Gretchen Woelfle
For the child who loves to express themselves but feels limited by rules, this story of a trailblazing writer shows the
Ages 6–10
Unlawful Orders: A Portrait of Dr. James B. Williams, Tuskegee Airman, Surgeon, and Activist
Barbara Binns
For the student questioning what it means to follow a conscience when rules are unfair. Discover how a Tuskegee Airman f
Ages 10–14
Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit
Jaye Robin Brown
For the teenager navigating the tension between their religious faith and their true identity while trying to honor fami
Ages 14–18
Beekman's Big Deal
Michael de Guzman
For the child who longs for a sense of roots and stability while navigating a parent's unpredictable choices.
Ages 8–12
Fourmile
Watt Key
For the child navigating a household of tension, this story offers a gritty look at finding the inner strength to stand
Ages 10–14
How the Moon Regained Her Shape
Janet Ruth Heller
For the child who has felt their sparkle dim after a mean comment. This Native American legend explores how to rebuild s
Ages 5–9
The Outlandish Adventures of Liberty Aimes
Kelly Easton
For the child who feels small or controlled, this whimsical adventure follows a girl reclaiming her size and her voice w
Ages 8–12
Speak UP, Speak OUT! The Extraordinary Life of "Fighting Shirley Chisholm"
Tonya Bolden
For the young leader who feels their voice doesn't matter yet: discover how a girl from Brooklyn grew up to challenge th
Ages 10–14
Sahara Special #2
Vive La Paris
Esmé Raji Codell
For the child curious about history's difficult truths or needing the courage to face a school bully through the wisdom
Ages 8–12
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