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STPL Kindness and Empathy Chapter Books

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A list of chapter book titles to encourage self-reflection and discussions about kindness, empathy, gratitude, and compassion for upper elementary, middle school, and teen readers.

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St. Tammany Parish Library

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Wonder

Wonder

by Palacio, R. J.

Book - 2012

Auggie suffers from Treacher Collins Syndrome which has caused major deformation of his face. After years of homeschooling, Auggie begins public school. ...Show more Auggie suffers from Treacher Collins Syndrome which has caused major deformation of his face. After years of homeschooling, Auggie begins public school. The experience changes him and the rest of the school. The story unfolds through the perspective of several different characters. Show less

Auggie suffers from Treacher Collins Syndrome which has caused major deformation of his face. After years of homeschooling, Auggie begins public school. ...Show more Auggie suffers from Treacher Collins Syndrome which has caused major deformation of his face. After years of homeschooling, Auggie begins public school. The experience changes him and the rest of the school. The story unfolds through the perspective of several different characters. Show less

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The War That Saved My Life

The War That Saved My Life

by Bradley, Kimberly Brubaker

Book - 2015

WWII has forced London's parents to send their children to the countryside for their safety. Disabled and alone, Ada has never left their tiny apartment....Show more WWII has forced London's parents to send their children to the countryside for their safety. Disabled and alone, Ada has never left their tiny apartment. When her brother is sent out of the city, she escapes with him and finds a whole new world and the love and acceptance she's always craved. Show less

WWII has forced London's parents to send their children to the countryside for their safety. Disabled and alone, Ada has never left their tiny apartment....Show more WWII has forced London's parents to send their children to the countryside for their safety. Disabled and alone, Ada has never left their tiny apartment. When her brother is sent out of the city, she escapes with him and finds a whole new world and the love and acceptance she's always craved. Show less

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Ms. Bixby's Last Day

Ms. Bixby's Last Day

by Anderson, John David

Book - 2016

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Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key

Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key

by Gantos, Jack

Book - 1998

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El Deafo

El Deafo

by Bell, Cece

Book - 2014

The author/illustrator of this graphic novel tells her story of hearing loss and the difficult transition from an all-deaf school to a public school. Mak...Show more The author/illustrator of this graphic novel tells her story of hearing loss and the difficult transition from an all-deaf school to a public school. Making friends and understanding social situations is hard, but then she realizes that her hearing aid gives her special powers to overhear all sorts of conversations she's not supposed to. She becomes a superhero--El Deafo! Show less

The author/illustrator of this graphic novel tells her story of hearing loss and the difficult transition from an all-deaf school to a public school. Mak...Show more The author/illustrator of this graphic novel tells her story of hearing loss and the difficult transition from an all-deaf school to a public school. Making friends and understanding social situations is hard, but then she realizes that her hearing aid gives her special powers to overhear all sorts of conversations she's not supposed to. She becomes a superhero--El Deafo! Show less

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Ugly

Ugly

by Hoge, Robert

Book - 2016

If you're familiar with R.J. Palacio's "Wonder," Hoge is a real-life Auggie. This is his story. If you're familiar with R.J. Palacio's "Wonder," Hoge is a real-life Auggie. This is his story. Show less

If you're familiar with R.J. Palacio's "Wonder," Hoge is a real-life Auggie. This is his story. If you're familiar with R.J. Palacio's "Wonder," Hoge is a real-life Auggie. This is his story. Show less

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Paperboy

Paperboy

by Vawter, Vince

eBook - 2013

When an eleven-year-old boy takes over a friend's newspaper route in July, 1959, in Memphis, his debilitating stutter makes for a memorable month. When an eleven-year-old boy takes over a friend's newspaper route in July, 1959, in Memphis, his debilitating stutter makes for a memorable month. Show less

When an eleven-year-old boy takes over a friend's newspaper route in July, 1959, in Memphis, his debilitating stutter makes for a memorable month. When an eleven-year-old boy takes over a friend's newspaper route in July, 1959, in Memphis, his debilitating stutter makes for a memorable month. Show less

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Counting by 7s

Counting by 7s

by Sloan, Holly Goldberg

Book - 2013

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Lost in the Sun

Lost in the Sun

by Graff, Lisa

Book - 2015

As Trent Zimmerman struggles to move past a traumatic event that took place several months earlier, he befriends class outcast Fallon Little, who helps him understand that he can move on. As Trent Zimmerman struggles to move past a traumatic event that took place several months earlier, he befriends class outcast Fallon Little, who helps him understand that he can move on. Show less

As Trent Zimmerman struggles to move past a traumatic event that took place several months earlier, he befriends class outcast Fallon Little, who helps him understand that he can move on. As Trent Zimmerman struggles to move past a traumatic event that took place several months earlier, he befriends class outcast Fallon Little, who helps him understand that he can move on. Show less

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Mockingbird

Mockingbird

by Erskine, Kathryn

Book - 2010

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Rules

Rules

by Lord, Cynthia

Book - 2006

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Bluish

Bluish

by Hamilton, Virginia

eBook - 2012

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Stargirl

Stargirl

by Spinelli, Jerry

Book - 2000

In this story about the perils of popularity, the courage of nonconformity, and the thrill of first love, an eccentric student named Stargirl changes Mica High School forever. In this story about the perils of popularity, the courage of nonconformity, and the thrill of first love, an eccentric student named Stargirl changes Mica High School forever. Show less

In this story about the perils of popularity, the courage of nonconformity, and the thrill of first love, an eccentric student named Stargirl changes Mica High School forever. In this story about the perils of popularity, the courage of nonconformity, and the thrill of first love, an eccentric student named Stargirl changes Mica High School forever. Show less

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A Long Walk to Water

A Long Walk to Water

Based on A True Story : A Novel

by Park, Linda Sue

Book - 2010

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Hold Fast

Hold Fast

by Balliett, Blue

Audiobook CD - 2013

Where is Early's father? He's not the kind of father who you think would disappear. But he's gone. And he's left a whole lot of trouble behind. Where is Early's father? He's not the kind of father who you think would disappear. But he's gone. And he's left a whole lot of trouble behind. Show less

Where is Early's father? He's not the kind of father who you think would disappear. But he's gone. And he's left a whole lot of trouble behind. Where is Early's father? He's not the kind of father who you think would disappear. But he's gone. And he's left a whole lot of trouble behind. Show less

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Crenshaw

Crenshaw

by Applegate, Katherine

Book - 2015

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Auggie & Me

Auggie & Me

Three Wonder Stories

by Palacio, R. J.

Book - 2015

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The Invention of Hugo Cabret

by Selznick, Brian

eBook - 2015

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How to Steal A Dog

How to Steal A Dog

A Novel

by O'Connor, Barbara

Book - 2007

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Freak the Mighty

Freak the Mighty

by Philbrick, W. R.

Book - 2013

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Soul Surfer

Soul Surfer

A True Story of Faith, Family, and Fighting to Get Back on the Board

by Hamilton, Bethany

Book - 2011

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A Blind Guide to Stinkville

A Blind Guide to Stinkville

by Vrabel, Beth

Book - 2015

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House Arrest

House Arrest

by Holt, K. A

eBook - 2015

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The Misfits

The Misfits

by Howe, James

Book - 2001

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Hello, Universe

Hello, Universe

by Kelly, Erin Entrada

Book - 2017

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