Looking for excellent children's books about feeling scared? 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 boy with a unique face faces school for the first time, seeking acceptance.
A cyclone whisks Dorothy to Oz. Can she find her way home amidst magical chaos?
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.
A brave tiger's only fear: worms. Can he overcome it?
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.
Sturdy, inviting books about feeling scared for the youngest readers and listeners.
Three little bears explore a spooky old tree and encounter various obstacles.
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.
Can Little Mouse conquer nighttime fears with Big Mouse's help?
A little bear learns to face his fears and find comfort.
Old Bear finds a scared Little Cub. Can they become a family?
Animals fear the dark, unaware they are the night creatures they dread.
A raccoon overcomes fear of shadows with a loving gesture.
A monster's scare tactics fail when a child finds it huggable.
Egg refuses to hatch, fearing the world outside.
A toy horse fears the dark and monsters in a new room.
A mysterious sound follows jungle friends. What could it be?
Illustrated read-alouds about feeling scared for preschool and elementary-age readers.
A cat named Pete spends the day at the beach with his mom and brother, trying surfing for the first time.
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.
Jo must conquer her fear of the sea to deliver mail and discover new adventures.
A king bans darkness, but sleepless citizens demand change. Can he face his fears?
A little bear's fear of the dark is soothed by a magical yarn connection.
A grounded bird must find courage to soar to new heights.
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 boy and his grandpa journey through time to discover the essence of bravery.
A bird resists change until a new home brings unexpected joy.
Longer stories about feeling scared for developing and independent readers.
A first grader faces her fears without her magical tutu. Can she find courage within?
Sam must face his fears when a ghost haunts his home.
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 boy struggles to navigate school and friendships while dealing with his own anxieties and fears.
A young soldier faces fear and self-doubt in the chaos of war.
A boy befriends a shark and learns about its habits and characteristics, but their friendship is put to the test when a deep-sea fisherman comes to town.
A girl unleashes a shadow self, threatening her magical town's safety.
A young dragon master must learn to connect with her new dragon and save the kingdom's king from a deadly poison.
A girl's stomach troubles reveal deeper fears about school and friendships.
Can Marc help another kid find their inner warrior?
A young owl and his worm friend try to make friends with a flying squirrel they saw at night.
