Books About Encouragement · 21 titles considered

The Best Encouragement Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about encouragement? 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.

The Tale of You
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2017

The Playbook

By Kwame Alexander, Thai Neave (Illustrator)

Discover life's rules through inspiring stories and wisdom from iconic figures.

176 pages· 8,478 words· Est. 57 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,099 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2001

Love That Dog

By Sharon Creech · Book #1 in the Jack series

A boy discovers his voice through poetry, guided by a teacher and a dog.

112 pages· 3,916 words· Est. 33 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 48,968 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2016

The Tale of You

Peter Rabbit ventures into the world, facing challenges and finding his way home.

48 pages
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 37 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

You're Always Enough

By Emily Ley, Romina Galotta (Illustrator)

Embrace imperfection and discover you're always enough, no matter the mistakes or challenges.

32 pages· 589 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 367 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2020

Dewdrop

An axolotl helps friends find joy in their talents at a sports fair.

40 pages· 441 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 3,550 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

You Matter

Discover how different perspectives reveal our interconnected world in this vibrant picture book.

40 pages· 109 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,847 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Bright Star

A fawn navigates a perilous landscape, discovering courage and potential within herself.

40 pages· 139 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,541 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2021

The Little Butterfly That Could

A butterfly's journey tests persistence and humor in a 200-mile migration.

40 pages· 467 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 900 ratings
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Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2016

Dance! Dance! Underpants!

A reluctant bear must leap in ballet, but her secret underpants hold her back.

56 pages
3.8/5 Goodreads · 902 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

I Knew You Could Do It!

Celebrate resilience and triumph over life's challenges with a heartwarming message of belief and encouragement.

32 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 211 ratings
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Encouragement Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about encouragement for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Hip, Hip, Hooray! for Annie McRae

Ages 4–8 · 2001

When cheers fade, can Annie find her own voice and joy in helping others?

You Can Do It, Bert!

Ages 5–6 · 2007

Bert faces a big day, ready but needing a boost. Can he overcome his doubts?

Froggy Rides a Bike

Ages 3–5 · 2006

A new bike, a few falls, and the joy of learning to ride.

Isle of You

Ages 3–7 · 2018

Escape to a magical isle where dreams come true and worries fade away.

Little Lives Matter

Ages 4–8

A mother bear fights for her son's future against societal pressures.

The World Is Yours
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The World Is Yours

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Discover timeless wisdom and inspiration for life's milestones.

Helpful Ninja
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Helpful Ninja

Ages 4–10 · 2019

A ninja discovers the joy of helping others. Can they overcome their struggles to become a true helper?

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Encouragement Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about encouragement for developing and independent readers.

Fuzzy Baseball

Ages 7–12 · 2022

Can the Fuzzies outplay ninjas and robots on the baseball field?

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Little Lives Matter

Ages 4–8 · 2023

Mobi discovers life's true value against a self-centered culture.

Fame, Blame, and the Raft of Shame
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Fame, Blame, and the Raft of Shame

Ages 8–12

A raft journey reveals the perils of cancel culture.

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