As a counselor, finding the right books to help children navigate their emotions, overcome challenges, and build resilience is essential. Picture books are a powerful tool, offering relatable stories that can spark meaningful conversations and help kids develop emotional intelligence.
In this post, we’re sharing 15 more picture books that every counselor should have on their bookshelf.
These carefully selected titles cover topics like anxiety, friendship, self-esteem, and personal growth, making them perfect additions to any counseling session or classroom setting. Let’s dive into these must-reads that will help children of all ages feel seen, heard, and supported.
I love using this to talk about my role!
A favorite for talking about kindness, inclusion, and the ripple effects of our actions.
I’m so excited about my first picture book. It is designed to help kids with busy brains. It provides tips and tricks to assist their executive functioning.
Find the book on Amazon here or get directly from Boys Town Press here.
I love using this book to talk about personal space and honoring boundaries.
There are just so many uses for this beloved story. Don’t forget to partner with the Novel Effect soundscape to really bring it to life.
The most adorable book for anxious students returning to school.
A super fun read aloud that empowers young readers to face change with courage and delight.
One of my favorite series for exploring emotions! I especially love this one, as jealousy can be such a tough feeling to navigate. A great way to help kids understand and talk through it.
Help children understand anxiety as their brain’s way of protecting them. This beautifully illustrated book teaches kids how to calm their inner “warrior” — the amygdala — through breathing, positive thinking, and self-awareness, turning anxiety into a friendly superpower.
A powerful non fiction book to help kids understanding feelings in their bodies.
A true classic! An uplifting tale about friendship, generosity, facing peer pressure, and making thoughtful choices. Perfect for sparking meaningful conversations with kids.
This beautiful book of pet loss makes me cry every time. It’s a wonderful length for a read aloud and will touch readers of all ages.
Such a fun read to talk to kids about using their social filters, thinking before they speak, and manners.
Waffle Can’t Decide is a super relatable story about the struggles of decision-making. From blue to red socks, Waffle’s indecisiveness turns into a disaster—perfect for teaching kids the value of making choices!
A fun and heartwarming book that shows how to offer a sincere apology. Perfect for kids of all ages to learn the power of saying sorry and making things right.
I love using this book to teach coping skills, mindfulness, and goal setting. A great tool for helping kids manage their emotions and stay focused on their goals.
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