Feelings & Empathy Books

Stories that help children recognize their feelings and develop empathy for others. These books support emotional literacy by gently exploring joy, frustration, kindness, sadness, and confidence in age-appropriate ways.

The Color Monster
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The Color Monster

Anna Llenas

A monster learns to identify and sort his mixed-up feelings by color.

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Today I Feel Silly
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Today I Feel Silly

Jamie Lee Curtis

A girl experiences a wide range of emotions throughout her day.

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In My Heart
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In My Heart

Jo Witek

A lyrical exploration of feelings and where we experience them in our hearts.

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When Sophie Gets Angry, Really, Really Angry
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When Sophie Gets Angry, Really, Really Angry

Molly Bang

Sophie learns to cope with anger by taking time in nature to calm down.

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Grumpy Monkey
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Grumpy Monkey

Suzanne Lang

Jim the chimpanzee learns it's okay to feel grumpy sometimes.

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The Rabbit Listened
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The Rabbit Listened

Cori Doerrfeld

When something sad happens to Taylor, only the rabbit knows just what to do.

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My Many Colored Days
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My Many Colored Days

Dr. Seuss

Colors express different moods and feelings in this rhythmic exploration.

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The Feelings Book
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The Feelings Book

Todd Parr

Bold, colorful illustrations celebrate all kinds of feelings.

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What Should Danny Do?
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What Should Danny Do?

Adir Levy & Ganit Levy

An interactive book where readers choose Danny's actions and see consequences.

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I Am Enough
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I Am Enough

Grace Byers

A lyrical ode to self-love, acceptance, and respecting others.

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Hands Are Not for Hitting
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Hands Are Not for Hitting

Martine Agassi

Teaches children all the positive things hands can do instead of hitting.

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Have You Filled a Bucket Today?
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Have You Filled a Bucket Today?

Carol McCloud

A guide to daily happiness through kindness and positive actions.

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