Top-rated books by Lana Mahgoub
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Something Bad Happened
Dawn Huebner, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Helps children navigate complex feelings and experiences.
Boosts emotional intelligence and resilience in young readers.
Encourages open dialogue about difficult topics at home.
Written by acclaimed child psychologist Dawn Huebner.
Something Bad Happened
Dawn Huebner, 2022
Award winning
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Modern retelling enhances connection to historical spiritual song.
Stunning illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Fosters cultural awareness and historical understanding.
Encourages family discussions on faith and resilience.
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
Award winning
Anxiety You Can't Bully Me!
Pedro Rodríguez, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Empowers children to confront and manage anxiety.
Features engaging, relatable characters and scenarios.
Encourages open discussions about feelings and fears.
Supports emotional development and resilience building.
Anxiety You Can't Bully Me!
Pedro Rodríguez, 2023
Award winning
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of African American history.
Strengthens empathy through powerful storytelling.
Encourages critical thinking and discussion.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complement the narrative.
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water
Renée Watson, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Nikkolas Smith, 2021
Award winning
Benny Beats His Fears: Kids and Parents Overcoming Worries and General Anxiety
Dr. Jonathan Kushnir, Ram Kushnir, 2023
53 pages
Why to read
Addresses childhood anxiety with engaging storytelling.
Encourages parent-child discussions about fears.
Offers practical strategies to overcome anxieties.
Written by expert in child psychology.
Benny Beats His Fears: Kids and Parents Overcoming Worries and General Anxiety
Dr. Jonathan Kushnir, Ram Kushnir, 2023
I Am Stronger Than Anxiety (World of Kids Emotions)
Elizabeth Cole, 2021
30 pages
Why to read
Shows kids real techniques to calm worries.
Invites open talk about big feelings.
Bright art keeps attention and reassures.
Builds confidence through a hopeful ending.
I Am Stronger Than Anxiety (World of Kids Emotions)
Elizabeth Cole, 2021
Award winning
Lou's Zoo and Winston Too: A Story About Kindness, Compassion, Acceptance, Fitting In with Others, and Anxiety
Joann M Dickinson, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Teaches kindness, compassion, and acceptance.
Addresses anxiety and fitting in.
Engaging, relatable characters for young readers.
Promotes empathy through fun storytelling.
Lou's Zoo and Winston Too: A Story About Kindness, Compassion, Acceptance, Fitting In with Others, and Anxiety
Joann M Dickinson, 2023
Scary Sam the DON'T Monster
A.J. Colucci, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Tackles fear management in a kid-friendly narrative.
Encourages bravery and resilience in challenging situations.
Offers engaging, interactive reading moments for families.
Reinforces positive behaviors and decision-making.
