Wemberly Worried, by Kevin Henkes: From spilling her juice to snakes in the radiator, poor Wemberly worries about everything. Forget it. Books About Anxiety for Kids Ages 3-5. Readers can enjoy quizzes, self-assessments, effective exercises, and practical strategies which will assist in handling a range of emotions.
One little girl happens to get a stomachache every Saturday before her swim lessons. When she begins a new school, will Molly have enough confidence — and enough courage — to stand up to the school’s most horrible bully? HuffPost put together a list of helpful titles, a mix of recommendations from therapists, counselors, psychologists and other mental health experts as well as some other notable books of the past few years. This causes Ramon to have a serious crisis in confidence, and a hobby he once loved becomes joyless. Raina worries that she’ll throw up after a bad stomach flu, but her worry soon extends to other areas of her life. or simply being left with a babysitter, that separation can be tough with a capital T. This book has helped us through so many situations, and my boys always remember that wherever they go, I am always with them, even if not physically present. The Best Books About Anxiety For Kids: An Age-by-Age Guide, 15 Books to Help Kids Overcome Their Fears, What to Do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety. This read will teach children that even though Worry isn’t completely gone for good, it can be overcome. The Book of Mistakes, by Corinna Luyken: If you have a child that is a perfectionist, whether it comes to school or hobbies or creativity, this book is a must!
Luckily, there are many self-help books out there available to educate, empower, and inspire kids of all ages how to develop the skills they need to handle their anxious brain, stop panic attacks, better their mental health, and learn about mental illness. From AmericanGirl comes this worry-focused installment in their Smart Girl’s Guide. For our full review of The Night Box, click here! RELATED: For More lists of books about fear of the dark, check out these posts: Romper: 21 Books for Kids Who Are Afraid of the Dark, Brightly: 13 Books to Help Kids Who Are Scared of the Dark, Today’s Parent: 20 Books on Nighttime Fears.
The Invisible Boy, by Trudi Ludwig and illustrated by Patrice Barton: Brian is never seen or noticed by his classmates.
Your partner in parenting from baby name inspiration to college planning. The Kissing Hand, by Audrey Penn and and illustrated by Ruth E. Harper: Leaving a parent is not easy for many kids. What if its scary? This book, with its pop-ups and flaps and holes and tears, certainly makes it seem so. How on earth will Ethan get to bed without his monster’s heavy breathing lulling him to sleep? See our full review HERE. After all, school is scary, and what happens if no one likes her? Even though a new experience is daunting at first, it will usually create a lot more joy than fear!
Leonardo the Terrible Monster, by Mo Willems, For our full review of Leonardo the Terrible Monster, by Mo Willems, click here, Even Superheroes Make Mistakes, by Shelley Becker and illustrated by Eda Kaban, Spork, by Kyo Maclear and illustrated by Isabelle Arsenault, For our full review of After the Fall, click here, For our full review of The Day You Begin, click here, Stand Tall, Mary Lou Mellon, by Patty Lovell and illustrated by David Catrow. Even that teeny mouse has a big voice and a lot to say, and it’s important to speak up. $14.29.
Shy, by Deborah Freedman: Shy remains unseen in the gutter of the book, too nervous to confront his fear of having to interact with others. Anxiety and worry can creep up on your kids when you least suspect it. Only reading love and bookish fun ahead!
Check it out! Even Superheroes Make Mistakes, by Shelley Becker and illustrated by Eda Kaban: I fell in love with this book the second I saw it because I knew it was going to resonate perfectly with my six year old. All rights reserved.
This insightful story helps children realize it is ok for art to look “fish-ish” or “sun-ish,” thus providing the encouragement they need to find freedom in creation. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
But first, let’s get you subscribed to make sure you get your free printable.