Juvenile Fiction, Social Issues, Emotions & Feelings
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Bella and the Bossy Driver
by Tammy Powder
Bella is a bright and joyful little girl—until her worries start to feel big and bossy, making her scared all the time. With a little help from her mom, however, Bella discovers something amazing: she can take charge of her worries! Together,...
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I Wonder... Be Curious
by Karen Lai
The world can seem like a big and scary place … especially to a tiny little frog meeting a giraffe for the very first time! The frog is terrified of this tall new creature. But what if he could react with curiosity instead of fear? What could he...
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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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Make Empathy Last
by Linda Grubic
Little puffin, Morty, feels uneasy about his first sleepover away from home – how will he settle in? Come along as Cyril learns about empathy and gently supports Morty, transforming an uncertain moment into a cozy, comforting memory. Make Empathy...
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Timothy Barbour's Nose
by Ron Charach
When Katy teases Timothy about his long, messy hair, she doesn't know that Tim and his Dad don't get along, and that his Dad does the family haircuts! One weekend Tim's worry about a nicked ear leads to concern about the safety of his nose. After...
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Tina the Toddler and Grumpy Grammy Go on a Picnic
by Samantha Maziejka
Tina the Toddler and Grumpy Grammy love to spend time together, even if Grammy does get grumpy now and then. Today they’re going to have a picnic! Tina is supposed to help Grammy pedal, but she’s too distracted by everything around her, and...
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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...
