Books About Overcoming Embarrassment

The Best Overcoming Embarrassment Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about overcoming embarrassment? 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.

Sam Wu Is Not Afraid of Ghosts
Arthur's Underwear
Rosy Noses, Freezing Toes
Book of Secrets!
Graphic Nov.
The Shortlist

Our 7 Favorite Books About Overcoming Embarrassment

Sam Wu Is Not Afraid of Ghosts
Sale price
$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2018

Sam Wu Is Not Afraid of Ghosts

By Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, Nathan Reed (Illustrator) · Book #1 in the Sam Wu Is Not Afraid series

Sam must face his fears when a ghost haunts his home.

240 pages· 13,989 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 489 ratings
$12.95Save 4%
Summary: Sam Wu is determined to prove he's fearless after an embarrassing incident at the Space Museum. Inspired by his favorite show, Space Blasters, he sets out to confront the ghost rumored to haunt his house. As he navigates ghost hunting, escaped snakes, and sassy cats, can Sam show everyone, including himself, that he's braver than he seems? This humorous adventure explores courage and self-discovery in unexpected ways.
Miss Alaineus
Sale price
$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2000

Miss Alaineus

By Debra Frasier

A vocabulary mishap leads to a classroom catastrophe. Can it become a triumph?

34 pages· 1,991 words· Est. 16 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 540 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Summary: Sage's misunderstanding of a vocabulary word results in a public classroom disaster. Faced with embarrassment, she must find a way to turn her mistake into a triumph. As she navigates the chaos, will Sage's creativity and resilience transform her blunder into a memorable success? Join her journey of linguistic love and mishaps, where every word holds the power to change everything.
Arthur's Underwear
Sale price
$858
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1999

Arthur's Underwear

By Marc Brown · Arthur series

Arthur fears his nightmare of school in underwear might come true.

32 pages· 877 words· Est. 7 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 756 ratings
$8.99Save 5%
Summary: Arthur is plagued by nightmares of arriving at school in his underwear. Desperate to avoid this embarrassing scenario, he concocts plans to stay awake, believing it will stop the dreams. But can he really outsmart his own fears, or will his worst nightmare become reality? Join Arthur on a humorous journey as he confronts his anxieties and learns valuable lessons about facing fears head-on.
Rosy Noses, Freezing Toes
Sale price
$474
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1990

Rosy Noses, Freezing Toes

By Judy Delton, Alan Tiegreen (Illustrator) · Book #13 in the Pee Wee Scouts series

Stage fright threatens a Christmas music show. Can Sonny overcome it?

96 pages· 8,944 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
3.7/5 Goodreads · 41 ratings
$4.99Save 5%
Summary: Sonny dreads playing the violin at the Scouts' holiday concert, fearing ridicule. When he vanishes, his friends must unite to find him before Christmas. Will they succeed in bringing Sonny home?
Book of Secrets!
Graphic Nov.
Sale price
$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2022

Book of Secrets!

By Bob McMahon · Cookie & Broccoli series

Secrets and fun collide as friends seek the ultimate boredom cure.

96 pages· 2,446 words· Est. 37 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 65 ratings
$12.99Save 4%
Summary: Cookie and Broccoli's secret is out, but the school’s reaction is unexpected. With a cryptic clue from Talking Rock, they embark on a quest to find the Funnest Thing Ever. From screaming contests to bubble parties, their journey reveals that the best fun might be right under their noses. Can they uncover the true joy of sharing and friendship?
Horrible Harry and the Battle of the Bugs
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$474
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2018

Horrible Harry and the Battle of the Bugs

By Suzy Kline · Horrible Harry series

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.
Going Places
Sale price
$574
Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2017

Going Places

By Ellen Potter, Qin Leng (Illustrator) · Book #4 in the Piper Green and the Fairy Tree series

A young girl named Piper Green navigates a school project where her class pretends to travel to different countries, while also dealing with her own feelings of inadequacy and embarrassment

128 pages· 6,469 words· Est. 1 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 124 ratings
$5.99Save 4%
Summary: Piper Green's class is off on a pretend trip to China, but her fib about flying experience lands her in hot water when she's picked as a flight attendant. With magic X-ray glasses from the Fairy Tree, can Piper navigate her way through this adventure? As her little lie grows, Piper must find a way to handle the pressure and prove her spunky spirit. Will her magical glasses reveal a solution, or will Piper's imagination take her on an unexpected journey?
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