Books to Help Little Children Handle Big Emotions
One of the most crucial skills we human beings learn is how to manage our emotions. But it’s a hard skill to learn, and sometimes adults need help guiding the emotional development of the children in their lives.
As part of our mission to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life, ZERO TO THREE has built a collection of research-backed books designed to help parents and caregivers as they guide young children through challenging times. These stories provide the vocabulary little ones need to share their feelings, and help families focus on belonging, and the connectedness we all cherish.
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Holdin Pott
Purchase NowThis story helps children and grown-ups start difficult conversations about emotions and snuggle in closer together.
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Sparrow, Mama Version
Purchase NowThis book is written for military families to use with young children whose mother has been injured while on deployment.
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Over There, Mommy Version
Purchase NowThis book features children expressing their feelings about their mother being away on deployment.
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Over There, Daddy Version
Purchase NowThis book features children expressing their feelings about their father being away on deployment.
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I'm Here for You Now
Purchase NowThis board book with photo inserts reminds children that they will be loved, nurtured, and protected, no matter what the circumstances.
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Home Again
Purchase NowThis book helps families with young children readjust to life together after a long separation due to military deployment.
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You Weren't With Me
Purchase NowThis story helps parents and children talk about difficult separations, reconnect, and find a way back to each other.
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Once I Was Very Very Scared
Purchase NowThis story helps grown-ups understand the impact of stress and trauma and supports families in beginning a conversation that leads to healing.