So with the patience and persuasion of his mother, little Pip-Pip faces his fear and discovers something magical in swimming. Pip-Pip, a tiny penguin, is afraid of the water in Be Brave, Little Penguin by Giles Andreae (the author of the bestselling book Giraffes Can’t Dance). This cute and funny tale shows that you’re usually not alone when you feel uneasy in a new situation like school, and that simply having a friend can make a huge difference. So naturally, she is worried about starting school, too! Fortunately, on her first day, Wemberly meets another student named Jewel, and together they ease their fears by becoming fast friends. In Wemberly Worried by Kevin Henkes, Wemberly the mouse has many worries, big and small. With simple text and whimsical watercolor illustrations, the story offers mindful coping mechanisms for stressors like noise - helpful for teaching kids how to self-soothe.įor the child who’s anxious to go to school for the first time… Harris, a young boy, feeling afraid of a series of scary noises in his surroundings, takes a moment to calm himself and notice the more peaceful sounds present. The story's gorgeous illustrations are based in nature, and show kids that all storms really do come to an end.įor the child who’s fearful of loud noises…
In the tale, parent animals protect and provide a safe haven for their young and remind them that they won’t be alone. Swinburne is a game-changer for kids who dive under the covers at the first crack of thunder. The soothing story Safe in a Storm by Stephen R.
This collection of picture books features characters who learn to face their fears in the face of common childhood worries, and might just change your little one's perspective.įor the child who’s petrified by thunderstorms… You probably remember from your own childhood that everyday life can be rife with uncertainty when you’re young.īut if your coaxing and explaining isn’t convincing your child that there’s no need to be scared, books can be your secret weapon to help.
You don’t know if there are prowling monsters under the bed, what will happen if you speak up to others, or why the dentist uses those loud, scary machines. Let’s face it - as a kid, a lot of stuff in life can seem frightening.
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