Speak Up for Yourself: A story teaching children self-advocacy

Amelia has never been one to be timid. She's confident enough to stand up for others and let people know what she thinks.

So why is she having a hard time advocating for herself?

When a new seating arrangement lands Amelia next to Billy, a guy who spends all day whining and complaining, Amelia feels trapped. She unloads all her frustrations on her very patient mother. But when Mom starts asking her questions, Amelia quickly realizes that advocating for change — and for herself — requires a lo...