Books like What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety
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
The Worry Balloon
Betty C. Tang, Mónica Mancillas, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotions through engaging and relatable storytelling.
Enhances understanding of managing worries and fears.
Encourages empathy and emotional resilience in children.
Offers practical coping strategies within a fun narrative.

The Worry Balloon
Betty C. Tang, Mónica Mancillas, 2023
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
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
357 pages
Why to read
Gripping mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Strong, relatable protagonist boosts empathy.
Adventure-rich setting stimulates imagination.
Engages young readers with suspenseful, paced storytelling.

North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
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
Award winning
Brady Goes to the Doctor
Paige Cisna, 2022
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages bravery and understanding of medical visits.
Eases kids' fears about doctor appointments.
Supports emotional and social development.
Engaging and comforting narrative.

Brady Goes to the Doctor
Paige Cisna, 2022
Award winning
Too Shy to Say Hi
Shannon, Erson, Shannon Anderson, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming shyness in a relatable way.
Encourages social confidence and interpersonal skills.
Supports emotional development through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

Too Shy to Say Hi
Shannon, Erson, Shannon Anderson, 2021
Award winning
Your Little Sleep
Dr Ann-Marie Crowe, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Promotes healthy sleeping habits for young children.
Engaging story encourages bedtime routines.
Illustrations captivate and soothe young readers.
Supports development of early literacy skills.

