The books in this list are written on subjects of confidence, self-acceptance, identity, and self-esteem that are very relevant to children’s life. It includes themes regarding positive self-identity related to gender, race, ethnicity, and culture. Building a sense of self-acceptance is the key to happiness. The attitude conveyed in these books helps the young readers to be honest about their strengths and weaknesses, stopping worrying about who they should be and instead focusing on accepting themselves as they are.

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“To say “I LOVE YOU” one must know first how to say the I.”

- Ayn Rand, The Fountainhead