Books About Childhood Anxiety · 13 titles considered

The Best Childhood Anxiety Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about childhood anxiety? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Childhood Anxiety

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2022

The Lost Whale

By Hannah Gold

A boy's quest to find a missing whale may heal his family.

304 pages· 38,334 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,736 ratings
$16.99Save 6%
Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2012

The Robot Blues

By Sally Rippin · Book #2 in the Hey Jack! series

A homemade robot suit sparks unexpected reactions at a costume party.

43 pages· 1,171 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 197 ratings
$4.99Save 5%
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2019

My Monster and Me

By Nadiya Hussain, Ella Bailey (Illustrator)

A boy's invisible worry monster shadows him. Can he find peace?

32 pages· 403 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 734 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1997

Don't Cut My Hair!

A timid dog faces his fear of haircuts.

32 pages· 70 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 108 ratings
$3.99Save 5%
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Lena's Shoes Are Nervous

By Keith Calabrese, Juana Medina (Illustrator)

Lena's shoes are nervous about kindergarten. Can she convince them to be brave?

40 pages· 446 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.5/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 497 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2014

The Amusement Park from the Black Lagoon

Can Hubie conquer the terrifying rides at the amusement park?

64 pages· 1,829 words· Est. 21 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 82 ratings
$34.22Save 5%
Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2023

Top Notch

Savannah faces her fear of rope climbing with newfound courage.

24 pages· 1,036 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.7/5 Goodreads · 3 ratings
$10.99Save 5%
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2025

Game On!

A cloud-puppy and friend face a gaming challenge that tests their courage and friendship.

160 pages· 6,625 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 155 ratings
$12.99Save 4%
Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 1999

Pinky and Rex Go to Camp

By James Howe, Melissa Sweet (Illustrator) · Book #5 in the Pinky & Rex series

Pinky dreads camp. Can advice from a column and a friend change his mind?

48 pages· 2,475 words· Est. 20 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 68 ratings
$4.99Save 5%
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

The Pool Party from the Black Lagoon

A reluctant swimmer faces his fears before the big pool party.

64 pages· 1,999 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 64 ratings
$31.36Save 5%
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