Social Themes - Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance

  • One Kid’s Trash

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    From the acclaimed author of Roll with It and Tune It Out comes a funny, moving, and “not to be missed” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) middle grade novel about a boy who uses his unusual talent for [more below]

    • Author: Sumner, Jamie
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 240
    • Publish Date: August 31 2021
    • ISBN10: 1534457038
    • Language: English
  • A Way with Wild Things

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    Meet Poppy–if you can spot her among the wildflowers

    Poppy loves nature, and can be found carrying on conversations with ladybugs or singing with cicadas, but good luck spotting her indoors and aro

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    • Author: Theule, Larissa
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 32
    • Publish Date: March 03 2020
    • ISBN10: 1681190397
    • Language: English
  • Llama Glamarama

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    Meet a dazzlin’ dancin’ llama who learns to march to the beat of his own drum by strutting his stuff with Pride (and a funky feather boa)

    Larry the llama loves to move and groove But will his friend[more below]

    • Author: Green, Simon James
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 32
    • Publish Date: June 01 2021
    • ISBN10: 1338736183
    • Language: English
  • The Main Line Mutt: Maggie Dog Learns Her True Worth

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    The Main Line Mutt is a Heartwarming Tale of a Mixed Breed Dog Named Maggie

    “When Maggie moves to a new upscale neighborhood, she encounters the snobbishness of the purebred dogs, who all look down on

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    • Author: Schwartz, Nancy M.
    • Binding: Paperback
    • Page Count: 24
    • Publish Date: January 04 2024
    • ISBN10: 1615997903
    • Language: English
  • Sweet Suzy. Everyone Is Special

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    “Will quietly build self-esteem and appreciation for a multitude of talents.” – Kirkus Reviews

    Suzy wonders what makes her special. She visits her friends to see what they do, and whether she can do it

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    • Author: Bosch, Bosch Joni
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 40
    • Publish Date: July 18 2023
    • ISBN10: 1605378453
    • Language: English
  • Dare to Dream Big

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    Dare to dream. Dare to fly higher. Dare to trust…dare to inspire!

    Dare to do what hasn’t been done. Dare to be second to none!

    This inspirational picture book encourages children everywhere to dare

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    • Author: Gutierrez, Lorna
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 40
    • Publish Date: January 07 2020
    • ISBN10: 1492694851
    • Language: English
  • Looking Like Me

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    When you look in a mirror, who do you see?

    A boy? A girl?
    A son? A daughter?
    A runner? A dancer?

    Whoever and whatever you see―just put out your fist and give yourself an “I am” BAM!

    This jumping

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    • Author: Myers, Walter Dean
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 32
    • Publish Date: October 27 2009
    • ISBN10: 1606840010
    • Language: English
  • Kylie Gets a Cochlear Implant

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    Kylie Gets a Cochlear Implant is the heartwarming story of a little girl who loses her hearing and is heartbroken about the things she believes she can no longer do. Kylie loves to dance, but fears th… [more below]

    • Author: Rose, Marilyn C.
    • Binding: Paperback
    • Page Count: 32
    • Publish Date: June 17 2013
    • ISBN10: 1625161700
    • Language: English
  • My Hair Is Magic!

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    This little girl knows her hair is great just as it is. When people ask, “Why is your hair so BIG?” she answers, “Why isn’t yours?” Her hair is soft, it protects her, it’s both gentle and fierce. Whil

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    • Author: Marroquin, M. L.
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 32
    • Publish Date: October 06 2020
    • ISBN10: 1624149812
    • Language: English
  • Here’s to Your Dreams!: A Teatime with Noah Book

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    In this adventure picture book that reinforces a child’s self-esteem, father of four and New York Times bestselling author Dave Hollis draws on the themes of his popular video series “Teatime with Noa

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    • Author: Hollis, Dave
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 32
    • Publish Date: November 08 2022
    • ISBN10: 1400231752
    • Language: English
  • Iguana Be a Dragon

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    When iguana’s plan to impress his friends goes up in flames, he learns that the most amazing thing he can be isn’t a fire-breathing dragon–it’s himself!

    Iguana has a BIG problem: His new neighborhood

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    • Author: Frost, Maddie
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 40
    • Publish Date: July 12 2022
    • ISBN10: 1547606533
    • Language: English
  • Public School Superhero

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    Inner city middle school student Kenny Wright imagines himself as a superhero-but when he faces peer pressure and bullying, can he find his strength in real life?

    Kenny Wright is a kid with a secret

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    • Author: Patterson, James
    • Binding: Paperback
    • Page Count: 304
    • Publish Date: May 03 2016
    • ISBN10: 0316265985
    • Language: English
  • There’s Nothing Small About Me: Little Boy. Big Dreams.

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    Malakai, or “Super Mali,” as he calls himself, is a remarkable five-year-old boy with a strong sense of self, an active imagination, and extraordinary confidence. Be not deceived-his obvious pint size

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    • Author: Gamble, Siobhán
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 30
    • Publish Date: June 22 2023
    • ISBN10: 9798886793215
    • Language: English
  • A Thousand No’s: A Growth Mindset Story of Grit, Resilience, and Creativity

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    This empowering picture book teaches readers that even great ideas sometimes get a NO–but that NO can actually help great ideas become the best ideas! An affirming graduation gift for your loved ones

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    • Author: Corchin, Dj
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 48
    • Publish Date: August 04 2020
    • ISBN10: 1728219191
    • Language: English
  • Wutaryoo

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    Wutaryoo is tired of not knowing who she is or where she comes from–so she sets off on an adventure to reveal her true history in this essential picture book about telling your own story and finding

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    • Author: Magruder, Nilah
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 48
    • Publish Date: January 25 2022
    • ISBN10: 0358172381
    • Language: English
  • Bella’s Recipe for Success

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    If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.

    Bella wants to find out what she’s good at. But she quits everything she (barely) tries because she’s a disaster at it. Her somersaults are like clumsy j

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    • Author: Siqueira, Ana
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 32
    • Publish Date: July 13 2021
    • ISBN10: 1506468101
    • Language: English
  • The List

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    An intense look at the rules of high school attraction — and the price that’s paid for them.

    The remarkable New York Times bestseller It happens every year before homecoming — the list is posted all … [more below]

    • Author: Vivian, Siobhan
    • Binding: Paperback
    • Page Count: 336
    • Publish Date: March 25 2014
    • ISBN10: 0545169186
    • Language: English
  • Happy to Be Me!: The Story of Argo the Snail

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    In the tale of “Happy to Be Me, The Story of Argo the Snail”, Argo finds himself tired of his small snail existence. Filled with dreams of becoming a magnificent sea monster or a mesmerizing color-cha… [more below]

    • Author: Kouvertaris, Erato
    • Binding: Hardcover
    • Page Count: 28
    • Publish Date: October 06 2023
    • ISBN10: 1039178111
    • Language: English
  • Mehndi Boy

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    “Delightful . . . the world needs more ‘mehndi boys!'” –Vivek Shraya, author of The Boy and the Bindi and God Loves Hair

    I was totally charmed by it.” –Ali Sethi, musician and author

    An artistic, fas

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    • Author: Bandali, Zain
    • Binding: Paperback
    • Page Count: 108
    • Publish Date: January 09 2024
    • ISBN10: 1773217933
    • Language: English
  • Best Friends, Bikinis, and Other Summer Catastrophes

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    For fans of Barbara Dee and Shannon Hale, this poignant coming-of-age middle grade novel explores the ups and down of best friends, crushes, and backyard projects during a summer full of changes and p[more below]

    • Author: Wientge, Kristi
    • Binding: Paperback
    • Page Count: 256
    • Publish Date: May 02 2023
    • ISBN10: 1534485031
    • Language: English
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