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Thoughtful stories by other creators that can help children explore worries, feelings, confidence, and finding their place.
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- Sharing worriesSuggested ages 2–4 & 5–7Ruby's WorryWritten & illustrated by Tom Percival
A gentle starting point for helping children name a worry and discover that talking can make it feel smaller.
- Anxiety & calmSuggested ages 2–4 & 5–7The WorrysaurusRachel Bright & Chris Chatterton
A reassuring story about anxious thoughts, staying in the moment, and finding ways to enjoy the day.
- Understanding feelingsSuggested ages 2–4 & 5–7The Colour MonsterWritten & illustrated by Anna Llenas
A colourful introduction to recognising, sorting, and talking about different emotions.
- Confidence & courageSuggested ages 2–4 & 5–7The Lion InsideRachel Bright & Jim Field
A warm story about finding your voice and learning that courage can come in every shape and size.
- Self-acceptanceSuggested ages 5–7Perfectly NormanWritten & illustrated by Tom Percival
An uplifting celebration of individuality and finding the courage to share what makes you different.
- Coping with changeSuggested ages 2–4 & 5–7The Koala Who CouldRachel Bright & Jim Field
A joyful, reassuring story for cautious children about taking small steps beyond the familiar.
- Solving problemsSuggested ages 5–7The Problem with ProblemsRachel Rooney & Zehra Hicks
A funny and thoughtful way to help children understand that problems can be faced, shared, and overcome.
- Managing fearsSuggested ages 2–4 & 5–7Silly BillyWritten & illustrated by Anthony Browne
An imaginative and comforting story that gives young worriers a practical way to handle anxious thoughts.
- Handling worriesSuggested ages 5–7The Worrying WorriesRachel Rooney & Zehra Hicks
A lively, practical story that helps children understand anxious thoughts and opens up reassuring conversations.
- Separation & reassuranceSuggested ages 2–4Owl BabiesMartin Waddell & Patrick Benson
A comforting classic for children who worry when a parent or caregiver has to go away for a little while.
- Sharing problemsSuggested ages 8–10The Worry WebsiteJacqueline Wilson & Nick Sharratt
A warm, funny collection of connected stories showing how a class can talk through worries and offer unexpected support.
- Friendship & empathySuggested ages 8–10The Boy at the Back of the ClassOnjali Q. Raúf & Pippa Curnick
A moving, hopeful story about friendship, courage, and making a newly arrived refugee child feel welcome at school.
- Confidence & identitySuggested ages 8–10The Boy Who Made Everyone LaughHelen Rutter & Andrew Bannecker
A funny and heartfelt story about a boy with a stammer learning to embrace what makes him different while pursuing a big dream.
- Being understoodSuggested ages 8–10Can You See Me?Libby Scott & Rebecca Westcott
An authentic story about an autistic girl navigating friendship, school, anxiety, and the pressure to hide parts of herself.
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