Looking for excellent children's books about facing fears? 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.
A cyclone whisks Dorothy to Oz. Can she find her way home amidst magical chaos?
A boy with a unique face faces school for the first time, seeking acceptance.
A young boy named Wiglaf enrolls in Dragon Slayers' Academy to learn how to slay dragons and bring home treasure.
Stranded on an island, Roxie must outwit bullies and crooks to survive.
Three children embark on a magical quest to find a legendary creature in a hidden land.
A century-old doll seeks adventure and mystery with new neighbors.
A boy embarks on a daring quest to rescue his kidnapped toy from a villainous clown king.
Two friends face their fears at an amusement park, discovering bravery in unexpected ways.
A hidden refuge of magical creatures faces chaos when ancient rules are broken, unleashing dark forces.
Sam must face his fears when a ghost haunts his home.
Sturdy, inviting books about facing fears for the youngest readers and listeners.
Two friends sail to the world's end, discovering home is where the heart is.
A toy doggie's fears test Baby's courage when Doggie goes missing.
Old Bear finds a scared Little Cub. Can they become a family?
A toy horse fears the dark and monsters in a new room.
A mysterious sound follows jungle friends. What could it be?
A nervous fish faces his fear of the doctor with help from friends.
A boy defies a divine command and ends up in a whale's belly, learning forgiveness.
Can Piggy coax a shy mole out of hiding to forge a new friendship?
A snowflake learns that facing fears can lead to fun.
Illustrated read-alouds about facing fears for preschool and elementary-age readers.
A shy cat must sing in front of his parents on Parents' Night, despite his fear of being embarrassed.
A beach day turns tricky when fears and forgotten suits collide.
A famous egg who fell off a wall recounts his journey to overcome his fears and learn to fly.
A king bans darkness, but sleepless citizens demand change. Can he face his fears?
A grounded bird must find courage to soar to new heights.
A little bear's fear of the dark is soothed by a magical yarn connection.
A sheep's shaggy wool causes trouble, forcing him to face his fear of haircuts.
A young boy faces his fears and learns to jump off a diving board with the help of his dad.
A bird resists change until a new home brings unexpected joy.
A boy's courage is tested when his toy dinosaur, his source of bravery, goes missing.
A boy flees from a mysterious sound, discovering courage in a magical jungle.
A storm approaches; can a girl and her grandma bake Thunder Cake in time?
Longer stories about facing fears for developing and independent readers.
A boy risks everything to return a baby dragon to its kind.
Judy Moody faces third grade with a bad mood and a unique class project.
A young soldier faces fear and self-doubt in the chaos of war.
A girl unleashes a shadow self, threatening her magical town's safety.
Can Marc help another kid find their inner warrior?
A young girl named Heidi struggles with her fear of the dark as she prepares to spend the night at her friend Lucy's slumber party
Jack and Lilly chase an ogre to save Maddy, facing giants and a goblin king in a perilous realm.
A young writer faces school, family, and her grandfather's memory loss.
A torpedo attack leaves a boy stranded on a lifeboat. Can he survive?
A young girl named Kitty goes on a nighttime adventure to rescue a kitten from a clock tower with the help of her feline friends
A group of unicorns go on a camping trip and learn about bravery and friendship
Can Midoriya and Bakugo defeat their mentor in a high-stakes exam?
