Top-rated books by Pedro Rodríguez
Anxiety You Can't Bully Me!
Age: 7-18
The Peddler and the President
Age: 6-8
Books like Pedro Rodríguez’s
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 3 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
320 pages
Why to read
Boosts early reading skills with simple, repetitive text.
Delivers laugh-out-loud humor and expressive illustrations.
Models empathy, sharing, and problem-solving.
Perfect length for bedtime or classroom read-alouds.
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 3 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
Award winning
Lulu Claps Her Worry Away: A Story about Anxiety and Calm - How a Little Mouse Turned Worries, Fears, Stress and Anxieties into Friends
Anders Grit, Vivi Grit, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with relatable scenarios for young readers.
Encourages emotional resilience and self-calming techniques.
Promotes understanding and empathy among peers.
Lulu Claps Her Worry Away: A Story about Anxiety and Calm - How a Little Mouse Turned Worries, Fears, Stress and Anxieties into Friends
Anders Grit, Vivi Grit, 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.
Scary Sam the DON'T Monster
A.J. Colucci, 2023
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
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
Joey T. and the Winter Holiday Worries
Sivan Hong, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Addresses common holiday anxieties in children.
Supports emotional development through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Fosters family discussions about feelings and concerns.
Joey T. and the Winter Holiday Worries
Sivan Hong, 2023
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: The Graphic Novel (Junie B. Jones Graphic Novels)
Barbara Park, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Laugh-out-loud kindergarten misadventures.
Visual storytelling aids young readers.
Addresses common school anxieties.
Promotes talking about feelings.
