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Bernadette Green, Daniel Gray-Barnett (illus.)
This funny and heartwarming story tells us that every now and then, everyone needs some 'me-time'.
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Davina Bell & Hilary Jean Tapper
A warm and whimsical guide to negotiating life’s little moments and big emotions with empathy, kindness and words from the heart.
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Laura Dockrill, Lauren Child (illus.)
An iconic picture book collaboration about feelings and acceptance from two of the most beloved voices in children's literature.
Scott Stuart
Bedtime Stories for Hard Days is a thoughtful, loving collection of very short rhyming stories to help children unwind after a day of heightened emotions.
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Robert Ingpen,Bryan Mellonie
Have you ever wondered why a butterfly lives for only a few weeks? Or why a tree lives for hundreds of year? You may have been sad when someone in…
Jack Kurland
A funny and meaningful story about a cat that couldn't be bothered to do anything ... anything at all.
Gabriel Evans
A wise and beautiful picture book that explores with gentle warmth and humour the nature of feelings and the importance of being heard.
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Davina Bell, Allison Colpoys
From this award-winning creative duo comes a stunning celebration of the joy and comfort that love can bring - wherever we roam in the big, wild world.
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From the creators of All the Ways To Be Smart comes a message of hope: hard days come and go, but love is with us always.
Shaun Tan
Internationally acclaimed artist, Shaun Tan’s work is eagerly sought by the general public and collectors alike.
Jess Sanders
This book is for any child who needs a reminder that they’re enough, just as they are.
A timely book about what we can do when we feel worried from best-selling author Jess Sanders.
Anna Walker
CBCA Book of the Year Award Winner (Early Childhood) 2016
Award-winning and much-loved author and illustrator Anna Walker gives us a gentle, poignant, affirming and wise picture book sure to…
Josh Pyke, S.M.K (illus.)
A whimsical and wise picture book on navigating life’s ups and downs, from two multi-award-winning creators.
Davina Bell
The day before the Underwater Fancy-Dress Parade, Alfie got that feeling … Sometimes it’s hard to be brave. Sometimes you get that feeling. Alfie isn’t sure he can go to…
Frenci Sanna
When a young girl has to travel to a new country and start at a new school, her Fear tells her to be alone and afraid. How can she hope…
Zanni Louise
Self belief is trusting yourself to learn new things and giving yourself space to make mistakes. Believing in yourself gives you the confidence to express yourself and stand up things…
Lauren Thompson
There's a Bully in My Brain is a delightful picture book that is sure to inspire readers of all ages. The story takes you on a journey inside the mind…
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Jayneen Sanders
An interactive book that provides simple tasks to help kids develop resilience, persistence, self-confidence, self-reliance and self-esteem. Help the kids in your care discover not only their new superpowers, but…
Todd Parr
Beloved author Todd Parr inspires readers to face their fears – perfect for Halloween, and now in paperback!
From bestselling and beloved author Todd Parr, a new book that reassures kids everywhere that even when things are scary or confusing, there’s always something comforting around the corner.
This book encourages children to understand and manage their changing feelings and emotions, and to talk confidently about how they are feeling. Providing children with the skills and the words…
Karen Young
Kids can do amazing things with the right information. Understanding why anxiety feels the way it does and where the physical symptoms come from is a powerful step in turning…
Virginia Ironside
A bestseller and the perfect springboard for talking over a child’s hidden worries.
Jo Witek
A unique, visually stunning feelings book from the author/illustrator team behind Hello In There!
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From the author-illustrator team of the breakout bestseller In My Heart comes an empowering exploration of fears and how to overcome them.
Michael Rosen
A heartbreakingly honest account of a father’s grief for his son from the illustrious pairing of two former Children’s Laureates.
Lize Meddings
Ever felt anxious or like you don’t belong? Like you’re almost… invisible? Find your kindred spirits at The Sad Ghost Club. (You are not alone. Shhh. Pass it on.)
Jacqueline Woodson
An unforgettable New York Times bestseller from multi-award-winning Jacqueline Woodson, celebrating the healing that occurs when six children discover a harbour where they can express their feelings and fears.
Rebecca Lim
Wen Zhou is determined to create a future for herself that is more satisfying than the life her parents expect her to lead. Equal parts heartbreaking and hopeful, Tiger Daughter…
Tom Percival
A beautiful and sensitive exploration of the experience of child poverty from leading author/illustrator, Tom Percival, for fans of Boy at the Back of the Class and Julia and the…
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Richard Ayoade
"Laugh out loud funny and full of heart" Noel Fielding
"Funny, bonkers and brilliant" The Stylist
"Very funny, with brilliant illustrations. It should be called The Book That Everyone Wanted…
Kate Gordon, Kate Foster
From acclaimed authors Kate Foster and Kate Gordon, a special story about being kind to others... and yourself.
Cora Lane gets tongue-tied, is often ignored and would rather hide in the library than step onto a stage. However, when her parents decide to renovate an old theatre in…
Sara Shepard
The highly anticipated third book in the Penny Draws series from #1 New York Times bestselling author, Sara Shepard. Penny learns more about coping with her anxiety as she embarks…
The exciting final book of the Penny Draws series from #1 New York Times bestselling author, Sara Shepard. Penny embarks on a school trip to the big city where she…
Rebecca Stead
A sensitive and heart-warming middle grade novel exploring themes of love, change and forgiving your own mistakes, from award-winning children’s author Rebecca Stead.
Nova Weetman
A beautifully written and insightful new novel sensitively uncovering the effects of trauma on the mind of an eleven - year - old girl. I don’t know if you’ve ever…
Kaz Cooke
Girl Stuff 8-12 is the essential younger girl’s guide to puberty and the pre-teen years.
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Kat Patrick
Howl is a masterfully told and exquisitely drawn story of a young girl’s way of expressing and resolving big feelings.
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Alexandra Penfold
I have big feelings. You have them too. How can I help? What can we do? Follow a group of children through a day in their neighbourhood, as they play…
DK
Learn all about emotions with this friendly guide, packed with advice on how to understand your feelings.
Feelings can be tricky, and My Mixed Emotions will coach you through situations…
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Patrick Guest
Windows is an uplifting story of how humanity has pulled together during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Maria Merce Conangla,Jaume Soler
Emotions are like the weather. Which meteorological conditions occur most often in your inner world? Are there any that you are really afraid of? How do you respond when you…
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Alex Rance
Featuring one of the key characters from the bestselling Tiger’s Roar, Rabbit’s Hop is Rabbit’s ‘origin story’ - a celebration of recognising your strengths, accepting help, encouraging others and enjoying…
Eoin McLaughlin
From the team behind the bestselling The Hug, a heart-warming picture book that shows us ways to be affectionate while social distancing.
Louie Stowell,Alice James
The mental health of children and teenagers hits the headlines on a regular basis, with more and more young people reporting mental health difficulties.This book provides a gentle guide to…
Rachel Brian
This fun and practical book is the perfect teaching tool and empowering guide to dealing with anxiety for kids and families everywhere. The second book from the co-creator of the…
