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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
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Join the K.L.U.B. #1
No Bullying Allowed
April M. Cox
For the child who has encountered a mean peer at the playground and needs clear, actionable words to stand up for themse
Ages 4–8
Navigating Friendships #1
He's Not Just Teasing!
Jennifer Licate
For the child who struggles to tell the difference between playful joking and words that truly hurt. Malcolm learns how
Ages 5–11
Trouble with Henry: A Tale of Walden Pond, The
Angela Weestengar, Deborah O'Neal
Town tensions rise when a toothpick factory threatens the quiet shores of Walden Pond where Henry David Thoreau lives hi
Ages 5–9
The Escape of Oney Judge: Martha Washington's Slave Finds Freedom
Emily Arnold McCully
Risking everything to avoid being given away, Oney Judge flees the Washington household to seek a new life of freedom in
Ages 5–10
Standing Up Like Emma
Adela D
For the child who needs a boost of courage to say what they think. This story helps little ones find their voice when th
Ages 4–8
Owl in a Straw Hat #2
No More Bullies!
Rudolfo Anaya
For the child learning how to handle unkind peers and find their voice. This bilingual animal fable models how to transf
Ages 4–8
Stop Bullying Me!
Jo Ann Renae Travis-Clark
For the child navigating tricky playground dynamics, this story provides the language to identify bullying and the coura
Ages 5–9
Heide Learns About Bullying
Vicky Stewart
For the child navigating tricky social dynamics or experiencing unkindness from peers. This story helps kids identify bu
Ages 4–8
The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse
Beatrix Potter
For the child who loves things 'just so' and feels overwhelmed by unexpected messes or uninvited guests.
Ages 3–7
Lil Justice Learns How to Deal with Bullying
Justice Bell Bey
For the child navigating the playground or classroom who needs help identifying unkind behavior and finding their voice
Ages 5–9
Troublemakers in Trousers: Women and What They Wore to Get Things Done
Sarah Albee
Meet twenty-one bold women throughout history who defied laws and customs by donning trousers to lead armies, explore wo
Ages 8–12
Adventures of Little Herman #1
The Bullying Stops Here
Herman J. Woodfork
For the child navigating tricky social dynamics or witnessing unkindness at school, this guide empowers young readers to
Ages 5–10
Stay Gold
Tobly McSmith
Pony and Georgia navigate a spark of attraction complicated by hidden identities and the risks of opening up about the p
Ages 14–18
My Body Belongs to Me! A Personal Safety Book for Kids
Liana Everwyn
For parents seeking a gentle way to teach body safety, this guide helps children understand personal boundaries and the
Ages 3–8
Just Right Jillian
Nicole D. Collier
Shy fifth grader Jillian battles her lack of confidence as she struggles to find her voice and honor her grandmother's m
Ages 8–12
Tiger Daughter
Rebecca Lim
Wen and her friend struggle against poverty and troubled homes in Australia, hoping a scholarship might be the key to a
Ages 11–15
Betty Boppins Learns About Bullying
Christie Black-Murrell
For the child navigating tricky playground dynamics, this story helps young readers identify bullying and learn practica
Ages 4–8
Renata y su pandilla #1
Renata toca el piano, estudia inglés y etcétera, etcétera, etcétera
Ramón García Domínguez
Piano lessons, English class, and endless homework fill Renata’s schedule until she barely has a moment to breathe in th
Ages 8–12
Rhinos for Lunch and Elephants for Supper!
Tololwa M. Mollel
A tiny hare enlists the help of her animal neighbors to outsmart a mysterious intruder who has taken over her home.
Ages 4–8
Beat The Bully - Activate Your Inner Superhero
Arun Anthore
For children facing schoolyard conflicts or social intimidation, this guide transforms self-defense into an 'inner super
Ages 8–13
American Dragons: Twenty-five Asian American Voices
Laurence Yep
Twenty-five Asian American authors share their stories through poetry and prose, exploring the complex balance of family
Ages 12–18
Rana Joon and the One and Only Now
Shideh Etaat
Rana balances the pressures of her Iranian family with the grief of losing her best friend while searching for her own v
Ages 14–18
The Bullying of Natalie Cordova
Kennon Keith
For the child navigating the painful world of middle school rumors and exclusion, this story offers a roadmap for findin
Ages 8–12
What YOU Can Do About Bullying By Max & Zoey
Ari Magnusson
For the child navigating tricky playground dynamics or witnessing unkindness, this guide offers clear, empowering steps
Ages 5–9
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