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Standing Up for Yourself
Standing Up for Yourself
3,127 books about standing up for yourself
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World Citizen Comics
Free Speech Handbook
Ian Rosenberg
Ten landmark legal cases come to life in this graphic guide to how the First Amendment protects our right to speak up an
Ages 11–18
Slay
Brittney Morris
Seventeen-year-old Kiera must fight to protect the sacred Black gaming community she built after real-world violence thr
Ages 14–18
We Hereby Refuse: Japanese American Resistance to Wartime Incarceration
Frank Abe, Tamiko Nimura
Three American citizens risk everything to stand against the unlawful loss of their rights during wartime incarceration
Ages 12–18
Jess, Chunk, and the Road Trip to Infinity
Kristin Elizabeth Clark
For the teenager navigating the intersection of identity and long-term friendship while facing complex family reunions a
Ages 14–18
Pearl Fairweather Pirate Captain
Jayneen Sanders
For the child who needs to see that leadership is about kindness and respect, not just being the boss.
Ages 5–9
The Queen's Soprano
Carol Dines
Seventeen-year-old Angelica Voglia must fight for her musical future when the Pope forbids her from pursuing her destiny
Ages 12–18
Beekman's Big Deal
Michael de Guzman
Tired of constantly moving to stay ahead of debt collectors, Beekman decides it is time to stop running and finally find
Ages 8–12
Eleanor
Barbara Cooney
Before she was a famous humanitarian, Eleanor Roosevelt was a shy and lonely girl searching for a way to fit into her po
Ages 5–10
Lorimer Sports Stories
Breakaway
Trevor Kew
New school, new choices: Adam must decide whether to follow his own passion for soccer or live up to his father's hockey
Ages 9–12
Lord of the Mountain
Ronald Kidd
Music is forbidden in Nate's household, but in the face of hard times and family loss, he decides to follow his rhythm a
Ages 8–12
Bold & Brave
Kirsten Gillibrand
Vibrant colors bring to life the stories of ten suffragettes and the strong women who fought to secure the right to vote
Ages 6–9
Never Insult a Killer Zucchini!
Elana Azose
Science fair season gets weird when a slighted green squash decides to hunt down the judge who didn't give it the respec
Ages 4–8
Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit
Jaye Robin Brown
Joanna moves to a new town and promises her dad she will stay in the closet to keep the peace, but a new crush makes tha
Ages 14–18
Marley Z and the Bloodstained Violin
Jim Fusilli
Talented young Marisol must use her wits and ingenuity to clear her name and help the police after she is accused of ste
Ages 8–13
Bitsy Bat #1
Bitsy Bat, School Star
Kaz Windness
Bitsy is an autistic bat starting school in a world that feels upside down. She soon finds a unique way to celebrate her
Ages 4–8
Olympians #9
Artemis
written and illustrated by George O'Connor
Snarky footnotes and bold graphics bring the legendary huntress to life. Follow the daughter of Zeus through a fast-pace
Ages 9–13
How the Boogeyman Became a Poet
Tony Keith Jr.
Tony finds the strength to embrace his identity and his voice through the power of performance art in this raw and hones
Ages 14–18
It Wasn't Me!
Udo Weigelt
Forest animals quickly point the finger at a raven when Ferret's raspberries go missing. This gentle story looks at how
Ages 4–8
Girls with Guts: The Road to Breaking Barriers and Bashing Records
Debbie Gonzales
Meet the gritty women who broke records and fought for the right to compete in sports long before they were welcome on t
Ages 6–9
Pocket Bios
Muhammad Ali
Claire L'Hoër
Witness the transformation of a boxing legend as Muhammad Ali rises to become a world champion and a powerful voice for
Ages 6–9
Revenge of the Red Club
Kim Harrington
Riley fights to protect her middle school newspaper and a vital support group where young women speak openly about their
Ages 8–12
Garvey #1
Garvey's Choice: The Graphic Novel
Nikki Grimes
For the child who feels pressured to be someone they aren't, this story explores finding your own voice and connecting w
Ages 8–12
The President of the Jungle
André Rodrigues, Larissa Ribeiro, Paula Desgualdo, Pedro Markun
The animals are tired of King Lion's rules, so they organize a jungle-wide election to vote for a brand new president.
Ages 5–8
Instant Help Solutions
The Self-Love Revolution: Radical Body Positivity for Girls of Color
Virgie Tovar
Societal standards often weigh heavy, but self-love is a radical act. Interactive exercises and personal stories offer a
Ages 12–18
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