Juvenile Fiction, Social Issues, Emotions & Feelings
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Sometimes My Brain is Mean to Me
by Jamie Lee O'Neill
Many children struggle with negative self talk. As a parent, it can be really tempting to respond by offering your child reassurance, or by directly contradicting the negative statements. However, we can’t always be there to help our children...
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Shellie Goes on an Adventure
by Melanie Zigman
When Shellie the turtle falls out of the backyard fountain, she’s thrilled by the chance to go on an adventure, but her family is worried that she’s lost and has no idea where to start looking for her! Shellie Goes on an Adventure is the first...
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Everyone Has a Dinosaur
by Linda Ness and Cherry Muir
Everyone Has a Dinosaur provides a simple yet innovative science-based explanation of emotional regulation. This engaging story follows a central character who, like many children, struggles with intense emotions and everyday challenges. Guided...
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Elisabeth's Miracle
by Vanessa Siso
"Elisabeth’s Miracle" is a heartfelt story that addresses the pain of losing someone because of how different you are. It uses friendships, faith, sock puppets, and love to inspire children to celebrate the uniqueness inside them and embrace the...
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Grumpy Bear
by Raelee Annett
Journey through the Canadian wilderness with Grumpy Bear, a little black bear searching for a place to call home before winter sets in. Along the way, he meets an array of charming animals in their unique habitats—from a mother loon and her chick...
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Mummy Loves You and You Watch
by Kellie J. Ferguson
You were loved the moment Mummy knew you were in her tummy. When you were born, Mummy loved you even more. Mummy sang to you and kissed you. And when you were sick, Mummy cuddled you and wiped away the tears. But Mummy knew you were watching and...
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Miss Humdrum
by Brigitte Lagasse
In Miss Humdrum's classroom, every day feels the same—until Miss Quirky takes over while she’s away sick! Suddenly, the dull routine bursts into a world of creativity and excitement, filled with spontaneous dance breaks and imaginative projects!...
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Two Times as Much Love
A Separation and Divorce Story for Parents and Children by Eileen Beltzner
A parent-child read-together story, Two Times as Much Love also includes a mindful self-compassion tool box with simple practices to grow mindfulness, self-kindness and inner strength. One day, out of the blue, Alexander’s parents announce they...
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Breathe to Relieve
by Linda Grubic
Little moose, Spruce, feels nervous while playing on the teeter-totter - but what is he to do? Come along as Spruce and his friend Mabel discover how to find peace and balance when faced with moments of nervousness. Breathe to Relieve is the...
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Hopper's Magical Adventure
by Keith Capstick and Diane Riley
Hopper the bunny loves his wonderful, comfy home, but he feels ready for an adventure. He has heard about a magical place of great beauty and wonder, so he sets off to find it. Along the way, Hopper is faced with challenges. Every challenge makes...
