The best children’s books about emotions

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There are lots of children’s books about emotions (or feelings). Many are picture books perfect for toddlers, preschoolers and even school-aged children. You’ll also find some books about emotions for tweens and teens.

Books about feelings can help your child identify their emotions, the situations that spark those feelings, and how to better manage (or cope) them. This will provide them with a strong emotional foundation, which in turn can lead to increased self-confidence and a sense of self-esteem.

If you’re looking for a book on a different topic, look at my main list of sex education books for children. It includes over 40+ topics!

You’ll also find more information about sex education on my Sex Education 101 page. If you’re overwhelmed and can’t decide, choose from my favourite books.

Not sure what to teach about sex ed at this age?

This printable checklist shows you the priority topics for this age, simple scripts to try, reassurance for common worries, and the next step to take.

Children’s books about feelings & emotions

You’ll find an age-specific list of children’s books about feelings and emotions. All of the books on this topic are currently showing.

All of the ages are visible, regardless of whether they’re relevant (or not). If no books appear for your chosen age, then it means there aren’t any relevant books.

To find relevant books for your child’s age, click on their age, and the appropriate books will appear.

NOTE: Before passing any book to your child or reading it with them, you should read it yourself first. I might think it is a great book for a certain age child or that the information is valuable, but you may disagree. Try to choose books that reflect your values and the messages you want your child to receive.

  • cover of Just Feel: How to be stronger, happier, healthier and more by Malike Chopra

    Just Feel: How to be stronger, happier, healthier and more by Malika Chopra

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  • cover of In My Heart : A Book of Feelings by Jo Witek

    In My Heart : A Book of Feelings by Jo Witek

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  • cover of Your mind matters your emotions by honor head

    Your Mind Matters: Your Emotions by Honor Head

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  • cover of The Way I Feel by Janan Cain

    The Way I Feel by Janan Cain

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  • cover of Shy Spaghetti and Excited Eggs : A Kid's Menu of Feelings by Marc Nemiroff and Jane Annunziata

    Shy Spaghetti and Excited Eggs: A Kid’s Menu of Feelings by Marc Nemiroff and Jane Annunziata

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  • cover of Visiting Feelings by Lauren Rubenstein

    Visiting Feelings by Lauren Rubenstein

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  • cover of Today I Feel Silly, and Other Moods That Make My Day by Jamie Lee Curtis

    Today I Feel Silly, and Other Moods That Make My Day by Jamie Lee Curtis

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  • cover of My Many Coloured Days by Dr Seuss

    My Many Coloured Days by Dr Seuss

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  • cover of The Not-So-Friendly Friend How To Set Boundaries for Healthy Friendships by Christina Furnival

    The Not-So-Friendly Friend by Christina Furnival

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  • cover of The Huge Bag of Worries by Virginia Ironside

    The Huge Bag of Worries by Virginia Ironside

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  • cover of Feelings by Aliki

    Feelings by Aliki

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  • cover of The Scared Book by Debra Tidball

    The Scared Book by Debra Tidball

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These are some of the many children’s books about feelings. As I find more, I will add them to this list. They are all really good books that you will find useful for starting sex education.

Oh, and please do let me know if you know of a book to be added to this list!

Happy reading!
❤️ Cath

Not sure what to teach about sex ed at this age?

This printable checklist shows you the priority topics for this age, simple scripts to try, reassurance for common worries, and the next step to take.