Children's books on resilience and wellbeing
Take a look at these children's titles about resilience and wellbeing.
Dare to be you: defy self-doubt, fearlessly follow your own path and be confidently you!, by Matthew Syed, Tob Triumph
Drawing examples from sport, science and even business, 'Dare to Be You' empowers young readers to follow their own path, love what makes them different and question the world around them. Matthew Syed introduces children to the power of diverse thinking. When you stop doubting yourself, embrace change and let your kindness loose, you become your own action hero.
This book will (help) make you happy: 50 ways to find some calm, build your confidence and make yourself smile, by Suzy Reading, Alex Paterson
Discover how you can cut the stress, catch up on sleep and breathe a little easier with 50 practical tips to really make you feel happier! The world is a pretty stressful place, and we all need some help reminding us to take care of ourselves. But the good news is that there are loads of easy tips and tricks to keep yourself feeling happy, from customising your own bedtime ritual to how to resolve arguments with your parents. Complete with simple breathing exercises, yoga poses and even advice on the best food to eat when you're feeling down, this is a one-stop guide to transform worried kids into happy, confident ones.
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It's ok not to be ok: a guide to self-care, by Tina Rae and Jessica Smith
A book that aims to increase awareness, encourage dialogue, reduce stigma and develop understanding of common mental health issues.
The problem with problems, by Rachel Rooney and Zehra Hicks
Have you ever met a Problem? They come in all shapes and sizes, and can pop up at the most inconvenient times. But you should know some things about them that will help you make them disappear. This one-of-a-kind picture book will help little ones and grown-ups alike deal with their pesky problems.
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You are awesome, by Matthew Syed & Toby Triumph
If you believe you can’t do something, the chances are you won’t try. But what if you really could get better at maths, or sport or exams? In fact, what if you could excel at anything you put your mind to?
You are awesome can help you do just that, inspiring and empowering young readers to find the confidence to realise their potential.
Stories for kids who dare to be different, by Ben Brooks & Quinton Winter
Björk, Dr Seuss, Whoopi Goldberg, Andy Warhol, Ellen MacArthur, Greta Gerwig, Andrea Bocelli, Hua Mulan - these are men and women who all dared to be different.
Boys will be boys and girls will be girls - or so the meaningless saying goes. Because what if you’re a girl and you like cage fighting? Or you’re a boy and you love ballet? And what if you’ve always dreamed of being a scientist but you can’t see anyone who looks or sounds like you, and who has left a legacy - in the form of microscopes and Bunsen burners - for you to follow?
This is the book for children who want to know about the lives of those heroes who have led the way, changing the world for the better as they go.
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The great big book of feelings, by Mary Hoffman & Ros Asquith
This title opens with the question, 'How are you feeling today?', and leads on to a spread by spread presentation of a wide range of feelings.
Lots of different children in lots of different situations, brief text captions, and plenty of humour make sure the book is fun, as well as dealing with a serious and important subject - human feelings.
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What is mental health? Where does it come from? And other big questions, by Lucy Maddox
This book is about the whole range of mental health, from feeling good and being able to do what we like, to needing extra help with thoughts or feelings or behaviours that have got out of hand. Having a mental health problem is part of the range of human experiences that any of us could have, and the book includes pieces from a range of contributors who share their experiences relating to mental health. Mental health problems can be frightening to experience, but there is help available and this book includes useful skills that can boost mental healthiness.
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Roar like a lion: how animals can help you be your best self, by Carlie Sorosiak
Can a wombat offer us life lessons on kindness? Can we possibly learn bravery from the meekest of hedgehogs? The answers to these questions and many others can be found in the pages of the illustrated book, as we look to the natural world to show us humans the way. This book is full of advice from the animal kingdom, from the plucky platypus to the welcoming wombat, the perceptive pigeon to the cheerful chimpanzee.
You are a champion: how to be the best you can be, by Marcus Rashford
Tear up the rule book. Find your own lane. You are only in competition with yourself. Marcus Rashford MBE is recognised worldwide for his journey both on-and-off the pitch - but how did a boy from the South of Manchester become not only an International footballer but also one of the leading activist voices in the UK? In this inspiring, positive, and practical guide, Marcus gives you the tools you need to reach your full potential and will show you that your possibilities really can be endless.
Be amazing!, by Chris Hoy
In this inspiring and confidence-boosting guide, cyclist Sir Chris Hoy, six-time Olympic Champion, shows kids that with the right mindset, they have the power to do something extraordinary.