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| Title | Author | |
| El Deafo | Cece Bell | This graphic novel memoir is about a young girl navigating life with a hearing aid. It highlights themes of fitting in and embracing one’s differences. |
| Smile | Raina Telgemeier | A graphic memoir that recounts the author’s experiences with dental drama and middle school challenges, emphasizing self-acceptance and resilience. |
| Awkward | Svetlana Chmakova | Follows the story of a middle school girl who struggles to fit in and stand up for herself, exploring themes of friendship and self-confidence. |
| The Prince and the Dressmaker | Jen Wang | This is a beautifully illustrated graphic novel about a young prince who loves to wear dresses and the dressmaker who helps him express his true self. The story focuses on identity and acceptance. |
| New Kid | Jerry Craft | Chronicles the experiences of a 12-year-old African American boy navigating a new private school, addressing themes of fitting in, cultural identity, and empathy. |
| Real Friends | Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham | A graphic memoir about the ups and downs of childhood friendships and the quest to find where you truly belong. |
| Duel | Jessixa Bagley and Aaron Bagley | This graphic novel is about sisters Lucy and GiGi, whose rivalry leads to a high-stakes fencing duel. As they prepare, they navigate themes of sibling conflict, family bonds, and self-acceptance in a funny and emotional story. |
| All’s Faire in Middle School | Victoria Jamieson | A coming-of-age story about a girl navigating the challenges of middle school while participating in a Renaissance faire, exploring themes of identity and self-acceptance. |
| Fish in a Tree | Lynda Mullaly Hunt | Though not a graphic novel, this middle-grade book about a girl with dyslexia who learns to embrace her unique way of thinking fits well with the themes of self-acceptance and empathy. |