Mental Health books for kids
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
Award winning
There Will Always Be: A Children's Book with Daily Affirmations for a Positive Mindset
Gayatri Raina, Aditi Wardhan Singh, Dr Gayatri Raina, Afzal Khan, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Fosters positivity through daily affirmations.
Enhances self-esteem and mental resilience in children.
Encourages routine reading and positive mindset development.
Designed to be engaging and reassuring for young readers.
There Will Always Be: A Children's Book with Daily Affirmations for a Positive Mindset
Gayatri Raina, Aditi Wardhan Singh, Dr Gayatri Raina, Afzal Khan, 2023
Award winning
Pocket Bios: Vincent van Gogh
Al Berenger, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrated introduction to Van Gogh's life and works.
Encourages artistic expression and appreciation in young readers.
Simplified biography suitable for early learners' comprehension.
Inspires curiosity about historical figures and art history.
Pocket Bios: Vincent van Gogh
Al Berenger, 2019
Award winning
All Because You Matter
Tami Charles, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through affirming, lyrical prose.
Celebrates diversity and individual importance.
Fosters emotional intelligence and self-worth.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
All Because You Matter
Tami Charles, 2020
I am Simone Biles (Ordinary People Change the World)
Brad Meltzer, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires perseverance against tough odds.
Relatable family-support message.
Fun illustrations hold attention.
Opens mental-health dialogue.
I am Simone Biles (Ordinary People Change the World)
Brad Meltzer, 2025
Award winning
The Kids' Book of Worries: Understanding Anxiety and Managing Feelings
Catherine Stephenson, Jenny Stephenson, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Guides children through understanding and managing anxiety.
Empowers with strategies to handle anxious feelings effectively.
Written by expert, Catherine Stephenson, ensures trusted advice.
Encourages open discussions about feelings in families.
The Kids' Book of Worries: Understanding Anxiety and Managing Feelings
Catherine Stephenson, Jenny Stephenson, 2023
Award winning
Being Me: Poems About Thoughts, Worries and Feelings
Matt Goodfellow, Liz Brownlee, Laura Mucha, 2021
96 pages
Why to read
Encourages expression of emotions through poetry.
Supports emotional development and empathy building.
Builds language skills and vocabulary in young readers.
Offers comforting, relatable content for navigating feelings.
Being Me: Poems About Thoughts, Worries and Feelings
Matt Goodfellow, Liz Brownlee, Laura Mucha, 2021
Award winning
I'm Sad Today
Elisa Yagüe, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotions with comforting, engaging narrative.
Encourages emotional intelligence and understanding.
Supports healthy expression and communication of feelings.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion with caregivers.
