Category: Storybooks

The preschool friendship rhyme about Pax and Fergus gives children a simple way to notice differences, such as eye colour and height, while finding shared likes. It is suited to…

This is a free, printable PDF resource that helps children learn about diversity, inclusion, and belonging in a fun, positive, and age-appropriate way. Designed for social workers, teachers, parents, and…

Lara the Yellow Ladybird is a beautifully illustrated free children’s book about self-esteem and diversity, helping young children learn about self-confidence, uniqueness, and accepting themselves just as they are. Lara…

My Dad has Parkinson’s Booklet “My Dad has Parkinson’s” is an illustrated book designed to help children aged 3-7 understand Parkinson’s disease. It explains in simple language what Parkinson’s is,…

“Jasper’s Wish” by Dr. Jessica Munafò is a touching and insightful children’s book dedicated to helping young readers understand and cope with the complexities of living with a parent who…

“It’s Okay to Be Different” by Todd Parr is a wonderfully inclusive and accessible children’s book. In simple and clear language, it celebrates diversity and encourages acceptance of differences. The…

“Fluffy Finds a Safe Space: A Story with Safety Planning Worksheets for Children Dealing with Parents’ Fighting” provides a story, guide for professionals and worksheets to help children think about…

This illustrated children’s book uses the story of a girl named Aria to explain the concept of negativity bias in a child-friendly way. It depicts Aria having a difficult week…

This picture book aims to help children understand and express their emotions using the metaphor of weather. It begins by acknowledging that while it’s easy to talk about the weather…

“When Sophie Gets Angry – Really, Really Angry” by Molly Bang is a profound and visually striking children’s book that delves into the complex emotions of anger and frustration. The…

“Some Secrets Should Never Be Kept” is a key resource designed to help kids and the adults in their lives discuss body safety. Focused on the critical concept of safe…

“Have You Filled a Bucket Today? A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids” by Carol McCloud, with illustrations by David Messing, is a children’s book with a strong message about…

“A Terrible Thing Happened” is a powerful and compassionate children’s story that addresses the impact of trauma. Through the experiences of Sherman Smith, the book explores the emotional struggles faced…

“The Don’t Worry Book” by Tedd Parr is a delightful and supportive resource specifically designed for young children. With colourful illustrations and a child-friendly approach, this book aims to help…

“Words Are Not for Hurting” is a book aimed at children aged 4-7. It emphasises the importance of kind words and teaches children to think before they speak. The book…

“Lily’s First Loose Tooth” is a free, printable children’s social story that helps young children understand and cope with life changes in a calm, positive way. When Lily discovers her…

Use it during circle time, shared reading or a preschool inclusion activity to help young children talk about similarities, differences and belonging. The rhyming picture-book style makes the ideas accessible…

The “Big Feelings Come and Go Storybook” is a valuable resource developed by the Canadian Centre for Child Protection to help children navigate their emotions and develop essential self-regulation skills….

Milton’s Secret is a beautifully illustrated children’s book by Eckhart Tolle and Robert S. Friedman that introduces young readers to the concepts of mindfulness, emotional awareness, and the power of…

“Rosie Remembers Mommy: Forever in Her Heart” is a beautifully illustrated storybook that explores the journey of a young girl named Rosie who is struggling with the loss of her…

Ready to Remember: Jeremy’s Journey of Hope and Healing is a heartfelt storybook that sensitively addresses the topic of death and its impact on a 10-year-old boy named Jeremy. After…

This beautifully illustrated storybook assists children aged 8 – 12 with parental dual diagnosis (mental illness/substance abuse) and transition towards understanding and acceptance. The storybook portrays a boy named Casey…

This beautifully illustrated book is for children 5-7 years. Its aim is to help workers, carers and parents to introduce the issues of parental dual diagnosis (mental illness and substance…

This comic book, developed by Canadian Centre for Child Protection, is based on a true case submitted to Cybertip.ca – Canada’s national tipline to report the online sexual exploitation of…

The “Smoking and Quitting: Clean Air for All” is an educational storybook designed to answer children’s questions about smoking, particularly when a parent or adult in their life smokes cigarettes….

Helping children recognise simple farm safety habits is the main purpose of this illustrated story, using Jessy the dog and her three puppies to make the message friendly and easy…

The memorial garden scene for Robbo gives children a concrete way to recognise grief after a frightening event, while Harry’s words name common trauma reactions such as nightmares, stomach aches,…

“Kids, Let’s Talk” is a storybook specifically designed for military families, addressing the unique challenges they face. The story revolves around a young boy named Luc, whose parents serve in…

“He Shoots! He Scores!” is a children’s book that addresses the topic of child and youth mental health challenges, with a particular focus on bipolar disorder. The story follows a…

I Can Fix It! is a touching and educational children’s book from the Iris the Dragon series. The story introduces readers to Josie, a young girl with Asperger’s Syndrome, one…