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Being the Best You

This booklist is designed for teens who are navigating friendships, identity, mental health, confidence, resilience, and personal growth. It combines realistic fiction, inspiring memoirs, and practical nonfiction available through the Library catalogue and its digital collections.

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10 items

  • The Poet X

    Acevedo, Elizabeth
    Celebrates self-expression, confidence, and finding your own voice through poetry.
    Book, 2018New York, NY : HarperTeen, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, [2018] — ACE

  • The Gifts of Imperfection

    Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are

    Brown, Brené
    Encourages readers to embrace authenticity and let go of perfectionism.
    Book, 2010Center City, Minn. : Hazelden, c2010. — 158 BRO

  • The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

    the Ultimate Teenage Success Guide

    Covey, Sean
    A classic guide to goal-setting, leadership, time management, and healthy decision-making.
    Book, 2014New York : Touchstone, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, 2014. — 158 COV

  • Starfish

    Fipps, Lisa
    A powerful story about body image, bullying, and finding self-worth.
    Book, 2021New York : Nancy Paulsen Books, [2021] — J FIP

  • Darius the Great Is Not Okay

    Khorram, Adib
    A heartfelt novel about depression, family, identity, and self-acceptance.
    Book, 2018New York, NY : Dial Books, [2018] — KHO

  • You Are Awesome

    How to Navigate Change, Wrestle With Failure, and Live An Intentional Life

    Pasricha, Neil
    A positive, engaging guide to building resilience and believing in yourself.
    Book, 2019Toronto : Simon & Schuster, 2019. — 155.24 PAS

  • Everything, Everything

    Yoon, Nicola
    A story about courage, taking chances, and stepping beyond your comfort zone.
    Book, 2015Toronto, Ontario : Doubleday Canada, 2015. — YOO

  • Eliza and Her Monsters

    Zappia, Francesca
    Explores anxiety, creativity, and learning to embrace who you are.
    Book, 2017New York, NY : Greenwillow Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, [2017] — ZAP

  • The Benefits of Being An Octopus

    Braden, Ann
    Shows how finding your voice can create positive change.
    eBook, 2018[United States] : Sky Pony, 2018. — HOOPLA

  • Atomic Habits

    Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results

    Clear, James
    Demonstrates how small daily habits lead to meaningful personal growth.
    Downloadable Audiobook, 2018New York : Penguin Audio, 2018. — OVERDRIVE/LIBBY