Books About Self-doubt · 21 titles considered

The Best Self-doubt Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about self-doubt? 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.

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Our 10 Favorite Books About Self-doubt

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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2009

If I Stay

By Gayle Forman · Book #1 in the If I Stay series

A young cellist must choose between life and joining her lost family after a tragic accident.

390 pages· 49,666 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 977,508 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 11–16 · 1895

The Red Badge of Courage

A young soldier faces fear and self-doubt in the chaos of war.

215 pages· 44,126 words· Est. 4 hour read
3.3/5 Goodreads · 111,507 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Captain Starfish

By Davina Bell, Allison Colpoys (Illustrator)

A shy boy discovers balance between hiding and shining.

32 pages· 581 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.3/7 Bookroo experts·4.0/5 Goodreads · 490 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2017

Hijack

By Chris Bradford · Book #3 in the Bodyguard series

A young bodyguard must thwart a pirate attack on a luxury yacht.

272 pages· 48,610 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 314 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 7–12 · 2016

Charlie Brown: Here We Go Again

Sibling rivalries and un-kicked footballs return. Can Charlie Brown face his crush and Snoopy retrieve his bowl?

178 pages· 11,004 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.5/5 Goodreads · 504 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 2014

Quarterback Rush

Why can't the Otters win when their quarterback throws perfectly?

72 pages· 1,463 words· Est. 14 min read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 220 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2018

Yasmin the Painter

A young artist finds inspiration in chaos for a school contest.

24 pages· 543 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.1/5 Goodreads · 213 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023

Marker

By Anna Kang, Christopher Weyant (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Eraser series

A top school supply faces failure when a new rival arrives.

40 pages· 764 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 691 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2023

Dream Big!

Four animal friends face hilarious challenges on their quest for fun and creativity.

96 pages· 1,539 words· Est. 23 min read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 221 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2001

Football Nightmare

A dropped pass haunts Keith. Can he overcome the past and reclaim his future on the field?

128 pages· 20,842 words· Est. 3 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 144 ratings
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Self-doubt Picture Books

Illustrated read-alouds about self-doubt for preschool and elementary-age readers.

Linus

Ages 3–7 · 2019

Two ends of a pencil must unite for an art show success.

My Big Bad Monster

Ages 3–7 · 2019

A girl battles her self-doubt monster with music and friendship.

You Can Do It!

Ages 4–8 · 2013

Can a small crocodile win the big race against all odds?

Pout-Pout Fish: Back to School
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Pout-Pout Fish: Back to School

Ages 2–5 · 2019

A nervous fish becomes a substitute teacher with unexpected help.

The Legend of King Arthur-a-tops

Ages 4–8 · 2020

A clumsy triceratops attempts to pull a magical horn and become king. Can he succeed?

Time for School, Charlie Brown

Ages 5–7 · 2015

Charlie Brown struggles with anxiety and self-doubt as he navigates a spelling bee and everyday life.

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Self-doubt Chapter Books & Middle Grade

Longer stories about self-doubt for developing and independent readers.

Challenge at Second Base

Ages 8–11 · 1962

A mysterious note urges Stan to face his baseball rival. Will he rise to the challenge?

Punycorn and the Princess of Thieves

Ages 8–12 · 2025

A clumsy unicorn and friends face deceptive foes in a whimsical quest.

Double Scribble

Ages 9–12 · 2016

A basketball hero's slump threatens his team's championship dreams. Can he find his way back?

Purrmaids #9: Kitten Campout

Ages 6–9 · 2021

A school sleepover tests friendships among kitten mermaids. Can Angel find new friends and enjoy the adventure?

Welcome to Our Village!

2023

The Smurfs face hilarious challenges while learning about emotions and responsibility.

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