Books About Trauma And Healing

The Best Trauma And Healing Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about trauma and healing? 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 6 Favorite Books About Trauma And Healing

Tehanu
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1990

Tehanu

A wizard and a priestess must aid a scarred child with a mysterious fate.

270 pages· 69,164 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.1 Goodreads · 63,203 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In Earthsea's fourth tale, Tenar, a former priestess, and Ged, a wizard stripped of his powers, reunite. Their peaceful lives are disrupted by a scarred child with an enigmatic destiny. As they confront new challenges, the trio's intertwined fates unfold, raising questions of power, healing, and the unknown paths ahead. Can they uncover the child's true purpose before it's too late?
Mountain Dog
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$1348
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Mountain Dog

A boy finds healing and love with a search-and-rescue dog in a new, wild world.

240 pages· 17,708 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 1,744 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Tony's life changes when his mother goes to jail, sending him to live with an unknown uncle in Sierra Nevada. Amidst the wilderness, Tony's troubled past begins to mend. With his uncle and a loyal search-and-rescue dog named Gabe, Tony learns to track animals, finds community at the Cowboy Church, and makes friends at the Mountain School. As he navigates this unfamiliar terrain, Tony discovers the power of unconditional love through Gabe, offering him hope and a new beginning.
14 Ways to Die
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$1248
Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2019

14 Ways to Die

A reality show becomes a deadly game as Jess hunts her mother's killer.

400 pages· 65,667 words· Est. 6 hour read
3.7 Goodreads · 25,692 ratings
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Summary: Jess is determined to catch the serial killer who murdered her mother. As the star of a YouTube reality series, she uses her newfound fame to draw him out. But with the world watching, trust is scarce, and danger lurks closer than she thinks. Can Jess outsmart the killer before he strikes again, or is she the next target? In a world where every move is scrutinized, the line between hunter and hunted blurs. Dive into a gripping thriller where social media fame could be a deadly trap.
I Survived the Bombing of Pearl Harbor, 1941 (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
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$2469
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12

I Survived the Bombing of Pearl Harbor, 1941 (Graphic Novel)

A city kid faces fear and survival during the Pearl Harbor attack.

160 pages· 4,446 words· Est. 50 min read
4.5 Goodreads · 280 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Danny Crane, a tough city kid, dreams of returning to New York City from Hawaii. But when fighter planes fill the skies and bombs rain down on Pearl Harbor, his plans are shattered. As chaos erupts, Danny must confront his deepest fears and find a way to survive the infamous day. Will his street smarts be enough to navigate the devastation and protect his family? Dive into this gripping graphic novel that blends historical events with high-stakes drama, capturing the intensity of a pivotal moment in history.
Not Nothing
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 2024

Not Nothing

A troubled boy's summer at a senior home reveals unexpected life lessons.

288 pages· 49,525 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.4 Goodreads · 3,479 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Twelve-year-old Alex, burdened by a troubled past, is sentenced to volunteer at a senior living facility. There, he meets Josey, a 107-year-old Holocaust survivor who hasn't spoken in years. As Josey shares his harrowing story, an unexpected friendship blossoms, challenging Alex to confront his own mistakes. Can Alex find redemption and prove he matters in a world that seems indifferent? Discover the transformative power of unlikely bonds and the courage to face one's past.
Darkness on the Edge of Town
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$1710
Chapter Book · 2019

Darkness on the Edge of Town

A detective's past resurfaces, revealing secrets and a dangerous case in 1977 New York.

448 pages· 108,116 words
3.5 Goodreads · 7,034 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: In 1984 Hawkins, Chief Hopper faces tough questions from Eleven about his mysterious past. Unveiling a hidden life as a detective in 1977 New York, Hopper recounts a perilous case involving unsolved murders and shadowy agents. As he delves into the city's underworld, a blackout threatens to engulf him in darkness. What truths will emerge from the shadows?