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overcoming self-doubt

Books about overcoming self-doubt for readers of all ages.

Cover of Last-But-Not-Least Lola and the Cupcake Queens

Last-But-Not-Least Lola and the Cupcake Queens

Christine Pakkala

Ages 7–11friendshipself-confidence

Cover of Hallie's horrible handwriting

Hallie's horrible handwriting

Valerie Tripp

Ages 6–10self-confidenceperseverance

Cover of Dancing in the Wings

Dancing in the Wings

Debbie Allen

Ages 4–8self-confidenceperseverance

Cover of The Tiara Club at Ruby Mansions 6

The Tiara Club at Ruby Mansions 6

Vivian French

Ages 7–11friendshipperformance anxiety