Books About Self-help

The Best Self-help Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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

The Shortlist

Our 7 Favorite Books About Self-help

The Don't Worry Book
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2019

The Don't Worry Book

By Todd Parr · Todd Parr Classics series

When worries loom, find comfort and laughter around every corner.

32 pages· 218 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.1 Goodreads · 454 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In a world filled with loud news and big days, kids often feel overwhelmed. Discover how to navigate these worries with humor and vibrant illustrations. This story offers comfort and giggles, showing that even in confusion, solace is always near. What comforting surprises await around the corner?
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 12–17 · 1997

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

By Sean Covey

Practical habits help teens handle peer pressure, friendships, goals, and family.

288 pages
4.0 Goodreads · 38,390 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Sean Covey adapts the 7 Habits to the challenges teenagers face. In a step-by-step guide filled with cartoons, quotes and stories about real teens from around the world, he shows how to build a better self-image, make friends, resist peer pressure, reach goals and get along with parents, and how small daily choices add up to a life that works.
Pete the Cat's Groovy Guide to Life
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$1398
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

Pete the Cat's Groovy Guide to Life

By James Dean (Author/Illustrator), Kimberly Dean · Pete the Cat's Groovy Guide series

A collection of inspirational quotes and phrases to help navigate life's challenges.

48 pages· 532 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.8/7 Bookroo·4.0/5 Goodreads · 895 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Join a beloved cat as he shares his upbeat take on life through a collection of inspirational quotes. With a glass-half-full attitude, he adds a playful spin to wisdom from great thinkers like Einstein and Shakespeare. Dive into this delightful journey of positivity and humor, complete with charming illustrations that bring each quote to life. Will his groovy perspective change how you see the world?
Tony Rex's Seven Stomps to Success
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$2089
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2026

Tony Rex's Seven Stomps to Success

By Alex Latimer

A hungry dinosaur turned life coach offers advice that suits him more than you.

32 pages
4.3 Goodreads · 68 ratings
$21.99Save 5%
Library Binding
Summary: Tony Rex is a successful predator and a self-styled life coach, and his seven-stomp program promises to make anyone their best self. But his tips, like staying out in the open and slowing down, sound suspiciously convenient for a hungry T. rex. A spoof self-help picture book packed with tongue-in-cheek advice.
What Would Bluey's Mum Do?
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

What Would Bluey's Mum Do?

By Penguin Young Readers Licenses

Discover what makes Mum truly special in this heartwarming tale.

32 pages· 116 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
4.0 Goodreads · 48 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Explore the secrets of being an amazing mum through fun and heartwarming moments. Is it her dance moves, her comforting words, or her playful spirit? Uncover the magic of motherhood.
How to Pee Your Pants
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2024

How to Pee Your Pants

By Rachel Michelle Wilson

Embarrassed by an accident? Discover quirky tips to laugh through life's awkward moments.

32 pages· 258 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.1 Goodreads · 541 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: When an unexpected accident leaves you red-faced, find humor and camaraderie in this playful tale. Explore imaginative solutions like traffic cone pants and alien talks, turning embarrassment into laughter. You're never alone in life's awkward moments.
Katie and the Fancy Substitute
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$2025
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2014

Katie and the Fancy Substitute

By Fran Manushkin · Katie Woo series

A substitute teacher arrives, and Katie's efforts to impress her go awry.

32 pages· 449 words· Est. 8 min read
4.0 Goodreads · 59 ratings
$21.32Save 5%
Library Binding
Summary: Katie Woo faces a new challenge when Miss Winkle is replaced by the elegant Miss Bliss. Determined to make a good impression, Katie's attempts repeatedly backfire. Can she win over her new teacher, or will her efforts lead to more chaos? Discover how Katie navigates this tricky situation and whether she can turn things around in the classroom.
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