Feelings
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Sick Lit: Kids' Books To Have On Hand for Sick Days
A good book can help keep your mind off your discomfort. These kids' books are great to have at-the-ready for sick days.
Teen
Books To Help Teenagers Struggling With Stress and Anxiety
More teenagers are suffering from anxiety than ever before. These books can give teens practical ideas, tools, and encouragement to deal with stress and anxiety.
Tween
Sad Books Say So Much: 8 Books That Give Fourth and Fifth Graders All the Feels
When kids are asked about their favorite genre, many of them say, “I love sad books.” Here are some of the best kid-recommended “sad” reads.
All Ages
An Attitude of Gratitude: 17 Books That Show Kids What It Means To Be Thankful
When kids are feeling down, forget their manners, or need a reminder about all the good things they have, these books about gratitude are here to help.
Growing Reader
You Can Do It! Children’s Books That Promote a Growth Mindset
These books featuring characters who showcase a growth mindset can help kids see challenges and mistakes as opportunities to grow.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Books To Help Children With Grief and Loss
As parents, we often struggle to support our children through their grief. Reading and discussing picture books on grief and loss can help.
Pre-K
20 Smart Books To Help Get Your Kids Ready for Preschool or Kindergarten
Whether you’re helping your child prepare for preschool or kindergarten, these books are great tools to talk about all the fun and learning that’s ahead.
Baby & Toddler
Board Books About Big Feelings for Babies & Toddlers
These board books are valuable tools to help babies and toddlers process and understand their feelings and emotions!
Pre-K
Teach Your Child (and Yourself) To Love Every Body
The newest addition to the First Conversations series introduces little ones to essential topics, including body diversity, disability justice, fatphobia, and body liberation.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Books To Help Kids Handle All Kinds of Uncomfortable Emotions
These picture books and chapter books are great tools for helping kids connect with and accept all kinds of emotions — even uncomfortable ones like anger, worry, and grief.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Sweet Picture Books and Rituals for the End of the School Year
These books and activities give students a chance to reflect on all they've learned, share happy memories, and look ahead to a summer of fun.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
15 Books That Model Empathy and Compassion for Young Readers
Empathy is not easy to teach, but books that put kindness and inclusion at the forefront can help spark conversations with children about what it means to be empathetic and compassionate.
Pre-K
Growing Reader
Spectacle-ular Children’s Books With Main Characters Who Wear Glasses
These books featuring main characters who wear glasses are excellent reads for kids, regardless of their eyesight requirements.
Baby & Toddler
Pre-K
Growing Reader
16 Books About Mindfulness and Meditation for Younger Kids
These 16 books will help younger kids learn how to slow down, focus on their breathing, and become more mindful of big emotions swirling around inside them.
