Self+Esteem

=Self Esteem=



Teens often wish they could fit in better at school, join in the party, or have more friends. Whether it’s fighting depression, communicating with parents, meeting new people, or just trying to figure themselves out, //Flying Solo// will give teens the confidence they need and reassure them that they are not alone.
 * //Flying Solo: How to Soar Above Your Lonely Feelings, Make Friends, and Find the Happiest You// By Pascale Perrier**

Maisie is convinced that her life would be much better if she were as "perfect' as her much-admired classmate Kayla until, after working together on a school project, she realizes that Kayla's perfectionism is not as wonderful as it seems. Includes information for parents.
 * Too Perfect by Trudy Ludwig**

Norman, a pig who prides himself on being good, has a tendency to look down on others, especially his messy, disorganized neighbor Sidney, but both of them learn an important lesson when they are summoned to a meeting with God. (Discussion questions included at end of book)
 * //Sidney & Norman: A Tale of Two Pigs// by Phil Vischner**



Even when the class bully at her new school makes fun of her, Molly remembers what her grandmother told her and she feels good about herself.
 * //Stand Tall Molly Lou Melon// by Patty Lovell**



A rhyming story about how Jesus can lift up even those who feel small and worthless.
 * //The Tallest of Smalls// by Max Lucado**



//Tells the story of two unlikely kung fu masters and how their skill in martial arts saves them both.//
 * //Beautiful Warrior: The Legend of the Nun's Kung Fu// by Emily McCully**

Leo isn't reading, or writing, or drawing, or even speaking, and his father is concerned. But Leo's mother isn't. She knows her son will do all those things, and more, when he's ready. 'Reassuring for other late bloomers, this book is illustrated with beguiling pictures.' -- Saturday Review.
 * //Leo the Late Bloomer// by Robert Kraus**