4 Great Kids Books Exploring Anxiety & Uncertainty

It can be a scary world for kids (and grownups) these days: pandemic, wars and heaps of uncertainty. Here are some fantastic books to add to your family's anxiety toolkit…

The Worrysaurus by Rachel Bright. Worrysaurus has a big picnic planned, but will his fears get in the way of his perfect day? Cute rhymes and great coping skills make this an easy read aloud. Recommended for infants.

The Bear Must Go On by Dev Petty. Can Bear face his fears and put on a good performance with his other woodland pals? Can he be brave? A funny book about stepping out of one's comfort zone. Recommended for toddlers.

Facing Mighty Fears About Health by Dawn Huebner. Scared of aches, pains, or even breathing? Sometimes kiddos ages 6-10 get nervous about their health. A great book to help face false-alarm fears. Recommended for elementary schoolers.

Outsmarting Worry (An Older Kid's Guide to Managing Anxiety) by Dawn Huebner. Sometimes, things can go from a not-big-deal to a VERY BIG deal quickly. This book is meant for older kids (ages 9-13) to learn skills to face and overcome fears and worries. Recommended for tweens.