self-confidence

"Raaga loves to sing and to listen to her grandfather's stories. She especially loves hearing about the origins of Diwali, a holiday that honors Lord Rama's victorious return to his kingdom after vanquishing the demon Ravana. Raaga, whose name means melody, hopes to conquer her own fears of singing in front of an audience at the Royal Palace on Diwali"--OCLC.

"Udoka Clendon is a first-year university student and a product of basketball systems that have produced professional players. He's been pushed relentlessly by the obsessive mentorship of his older brother. . . . For years his brother has taken him to tournaments and pushed him to succeed on the outdoor courts of the west end. Burdened by expectations and self-doubt, Udoka tries to reignite his passion for the game. Now, he's been given a final opportunity at the city-wide tournament to rediscover his confidence and his sense of purpose--all of which he fears he has lost forever"--Provided by publisher.

Violet's world has changed. Her voice has gone from a giggle to a whisper. So when her teacher casts her in the school play, she is filled with worry. How will she ever stand in front of a crowd and overcome her shyness? With the love and support of her family, Violet must find her inner confidence and turn that whisper into a roar!.

When class president Camila makes decisions that upset her classmates, she wants to give up, but with Mr. Grizley's encouragement and some positive self-talk, Camila gives leadership another try. Includes a self-talk activity.

The students in Mr. Grizley's class are supposed to set goals for themselves, and Chad puts down that he will run to the top of a local hill--but when it comes time to actually do it, he starts doubting his ability to actually accomplish the feat.

"The Love Puppies are thrilled to hear that Jayden wants to enter a baking competition. But when practice ends in disaster, Clyde wonders if they'll be able to boost Jayden's confidence in times. This mission might be over before it starts if Jayden decides not to compete! How can the pup help him see that practice makes perfect?"--Back cover.

"Keith Evans is Peabody's backup quarterback. But his head is not in the game. He wants to see more action! When Coach Joh suggests he move to a defensive position, Keith is wary. Isn't the action on the offensive side of the ball? Can Keith redirect his offensive mind-set to achieve defensive dominance?"--Back cover.

"In this second book in the semi-autobiographical middle grade series from MLB pitcher Marcus Stroman, young Marcus continues to learn hard lessons on and off the baseball field"--Provided by the publisher.

Publisher Annotation: Karen feels like an ugly duckling. She already has to wear glasses, and now her baby teeth are starting to come out, too. Fortunately, she knows exactly what will make her look glamorous -- a new haircut. But the beauty parlor lady cuts Karen's hair all wrong! Karen is devastated and worried about what the kids at school will say. Can Karen get back to feeling like her usual confident self?.

"After a fatal car accident that reveals Emory's brother Joey's opioid addiction, Emory struggles to help him on his road to recovery and make herself heard in a town that insists on not listening"--OCLC.