Books About Mental Health · 138 titles considered

The Best Mental Health Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about mental health? 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.

Darius the Great Is Not Okay
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Our 10 Favorite Books About Mental Health

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 1999

The Perks of Being a Wallflower

By Stephen Chbosky

A wallflower navigates the tumultuous journey from adolescence to adulthood, facing love, loss, and self-discovery.

224 pages· 62,621 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 2,053,469 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2018

Darius the Great Is Not Okay

A trip to Iran transforms Darius, challenging his identity and friendships.

316 pages· 66,781 words· Est. 6 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 37,811 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2015

All the Bright Places

Two teens meet on a ledge, changing each other's lives forever.

388 pages· 88,079 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 640,602 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

OCDaniel

By Wesley King · Book #1 in the OCDaniel series

A boy's secret OCD is exposed by a mysterious note, altering his world.

304 pages· 58,013 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 10,229 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2015

The Thing About Jellyfish

A girl seeks the truth behind her friend's death, suspecting a jellyfish sting.

352 pages· 45,506 words· Est. 5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 46,394 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 1999

Speak

A silenced teen confronts her trauma and fights to reclaim her voice.

224 pages· 46,607 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 641,167 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Spirit Hunters

By Ellen Oh · Book #1 in the Spirit Hunters series

A new home, eerie memories, and a brother acting strange. Can Harper uncover the haunting truth?

288 pages· 49,469 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 4,003 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017

My Heart

Discover the journey of a heart learning to open and embrace love.

32 pages· 125 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
5.5/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,619 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

When You Need Wings

Discover the wings within and let imagination guide you to courage.

40 pages· 126 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
5.4/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 292 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 9–13 · 2010

Mockingbird

Caitlin seeks closure in a world of black and white after her brother's death.

235 pages· 36,527 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 36,051 ratings
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Mental Health Picture Books

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

The Interpreter

Ages 5–8 · 2025

A young girl juggles soccer and translating for her parents. Can she handle the pressure?

Out of a Jar

Ages 3–7 · 2022

A bunny learns the danger of bottling up emotions and discovers the beauty of feeling them all.

A Little Peaceful SPOT

2019

Discover your inner calm amidst chaos.

A Little SPOT of Worry

A Little SPOT of Worry

2020

Distinguish helpful worries from imagined fears.

A Little Scribble SPOT

Ages 3–7 · 2023

A tangled mess of emotions seeks clarity and happiness.

Say Something!

Ages 4–8 · 2019

Discover the power of your voice to change the world. Speak up and make a difference today.

A Little SPOT of Sadness

A Little SPOT of Sadness

2019

A child learns to manage their sadness through creative visualization and empathy.

A Little SPOT of Feelings

A Little SPOT of Feelings

2020

Master your emotions with practical techniques.

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Too Much!

Ages 3–5 · 2023

When the world overwhelms, find calm within the chaos.

A Little SPOT of Confidence

A Little SPOT of Confidence

2019

Can a child's confidence grow or shrink with life's challenges?

Simone Biles

Ages 6–8 · 2024

A gymnast's journey from foster care to Olympic glory, facing challenges and advocating for mental health.

A Little Spot of Anxiety

Ages 3–8 · 2024

Can a child learn to shrink overwhelming anxiety into calmness?

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Mental Health Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about mental health for developing and independent readers.

Worst-Case Collin

Ages 10–+ · 2021

A boy's survival plans can't shield him from life's real challenges.

Estrella de mar

Ages 8–12 · 2021

Ellie battles fat-shaming and finds freedom in water, seeking to embrace her true self.

Closer to Nowhere

Ages 10–13 · 2020

A cousin's arrival disrupts family harmony, revealing hidden truths.

The Lost Whale

Ages 8–12 · 2022

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

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Buzzing

Ages 8–12 · 2023

A boy battles his mind and finds solace in unexpected friendships.

Winter

Ages 12–18 · 2015

A princess and her allies must overthrow an evil queen to end a war.

Komi Can't Communicate, Vol. 4

Ages 14–17 · 2017

A shy student aims to make 100 friends, facing social challenges along the way.

The Fire, the Water, and Maudie McGinn

Ages 10–+ · 2023

A summer with Dad, a secret to reveal. Can Maudie find the courage before it's too late?

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Volume Four

Ages 14–17 · 2021

Love's challenges test Charlie and Nick as secrets and fears surface.

Deep Water

Ages 10–13 · 2024

A marathon swim tests Tully's resolve to bring her mom back, but danger looms in the deep waters.

Every Last Word
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Every Last Word

Ages 12–18 · 2015

A secret friendship challenges Sam's sanity and her place among the popular crowd.

A Dog Called Homeless

Ages 8–12 · 2012

A girl sees her late mother and a mysterious dog. Can she prove they're real?

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