Books About Health And Wellness

The Best Health And Wellness Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about health and wellness? 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.

Ms. Leakey Is Freaky!
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2011

Ms. Leakey Is Freaky!

By Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot (Illustrator) · Book #12 in the My Weird School Daze series

A student navigates the challenges of a new health teacher who is obsessed with healthy eating and exercise.

102 pages· 7,891 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,037 ratings
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Summary: At Ella Mentry School, things get weird when Ms. Leakey, the new health teacher, arrives with her unconventional ideas. From junk food punching bags to broccoli burger joints, her antics leave A.J. and friends bewildered. Can her oddball tactics really make the kids healthier, or will they just add to the chaos? Dive into this hilarious adventure where health meets hilarity, and nothing is as it seems.
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Fresh Juice

A quest for ginger leads to a community's heart.

32 pages· 734 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 144 ratings
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Summary: Art's dad can't shake his cold, so Art sets out to make a healing juice. Missing ginger sends them on a journey through their neighborhood, leading to unexpected connections and a joyful gathering. Can a simple ingredient unite a community?
Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2020

Pout-Pout Fish Goes to the Doctor

A nervous fish faces his fear of the doctor with help from friends.

24 pages· 437 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 28 ratings
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Summary: The Pout-Pout Fish is anxious about his upcoming doctor's visit, dreading the possibility of a shot. As he swims through his worries, his friends rally around him, showing that doctors are there to help, not harm. Will he overcome his fear and learn the importance of health check-ups? Dive into this charming tale where friendship and courage turn frowns into smiles.
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018

Horrible Harry and the Battle of the Bugs

Can Harry and Song Lee save Doug from the dreaded lice outbreak?

80 pages· 5,592 words· Est. 47 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 44 ratings
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Summary: Harry's world turns upside down when his friend Doug discovers head lice, and the class turns against him. As Mary spreads fear, Harry and Song Lee rally to Doug's side, determined to fight the infestation. Will their friendship and courage be enough to conquer the creepy-crawlies, or will Doug be left isolated? Dive into this tale of loyalty and bravery as Harry faces his greatest challenge yet.
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