Anxiety and Mindfulness: Books for Kids | Nashville Public Library

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1) The playground problem: a book about anxiety

Author

Alloway, Tracy Packiam

Series

SEN superpowers

Description

Ruby feels anxious about her show and tell presentation. But when she discovers that Joey is having a hard time at lunch, it's up to Ruby to use her SEN Superpowers to cheer him up. Will it help ease her own anxiety too? SEN Superpowers: The Playground Problem explores the topic of anxiety with an empowering story and adorable illustrations.

2) Tisha and the blossoms

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Description

"Tisha and Mommy are always having to hurry up. What would happen if they slowed down? A gentle, gorgeously illustrated story of mindfulness--and sharing the small moments."--Amazon.

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Description

"A mindfulness picture book about finding solace in the natural world"-- Provided by publisher.

4) Sometimes, all I need is me

Author

Perdomo, Juliana

Description

A young girl finds comfort and confidence within as she makes the best of any situation, in a text that highlights the themes of resiliency, mindfulness, and self-care.

5) Catching thoughts

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Description

"A child learns to acknowledge an unwanted thought, show it compassion, and then actively let it go so she can focus on positive thoughts instead"-- Provided by publisher.

6) My mindful walk with Grandma

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Description

When a girl walks through the woods with her Grandma, she is so excited about their destination that she misses out on what is around her, but with Grandma's help, she learns how to breathe, be peaceful, and find herself in nature.

7) Sloth at the zoom

Author

Becker, Helaine

Description

"Sloth is a sloooooow creature. She's supposed to be going to the Zzzzzoo, but is mistakenly delivered to the ZOOM! She wants to make friends in her new home, but it seems like all the animals here are always busy, late, and in a rush. Finally, the sloth meets someone more to her speed: a tiny snail who invites the sloth down for a cup of tea. The friendship of these two animals is surprising and delightful enough to stop all the other animals in...

Author

Loring-Fisher, Jo

Series

Lantana Global Picture Books

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Description

A young girl takes time to celebrate the sights and sounds around her, including her dog's soft fur, a flock of birds that passes by, waving blossoms on a tree, and the sound of the sea in a seashell.

9) Kaya's heart song

Author

Sanders, Diwa Tharan

Description

Kaya's search for her heart song takes her deep into the vibrant jungles of Malaysia, where a broken down carousel waits for a very special song to make it turn again. Includes facts about the practice of mindfulness.

10) A quiet girl

Author

Carnavas, Peter

Description

"Mary, a young girl with a meditative disposition, finds her quiet curiosity at odds with her boisterous family. Eventually, Mary is so still that she seems to fade from her family's sight. When calling loudly for her gets no result, the family tries quiet waiting instead and find both Mary and the simple beauty in slowing down to listen to the world."-- Provided by publisher.

11) Hurry up!: a book about slowing down

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"A busy boy and his dog learn to slow down and enjoy life together"-- Provided by publisher.

12) Happy

Author

Edwards, Nicola

Description

We breathe deep and expand like the galaxy, We breathe out many thousands of stars, And if ever we start to feel panicky, this reminds us of just who we are. The perfect soothing read for quiet time, Happy gently encourages young readers to explore their emotions and the beautiful world around them, with stunning illustrations and thought-provoking rhymes on every page. This poetic journey to a place of happiness and calm will inspire and empower...

13) Straw

Author

Rosenthal, Amy Krouse

Series

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Description

A bendy drinking straw loves to speed through life, but he learns to appreciate taking it slow with the help of a friend.

14) Mindful day

Author

Hopkinson, Deborah

Formats:

Book, eBook, Kindle

Description

Illustrations and easy-to-read text observe a young girl as she and her family practice mindfulness through a busy Saturday.

15) Being a dog: a tail of mindfulness

Author

Gianferrari, Maria

Formats:

Book, Talking Book

Description

"Join a young child and their dog as they experience every minute of the day to its fullest from the second they wake up to the moment they fall asleep. Readers will love barking, wagging, and sniffing along with the gentle cues in the book."-- Publisher's webpage.

16) Mindful Mr. Sloth

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Book, Talking Book, eAudiobook

Description

Sasha loves to do everything as fast as possible, but she's stopped in her tracks when she meets Mr. Sloth. Certain they are going to best friends, Sasha takes Mr. Sloth everywhere she goes. During the big neighborhood race, Sasha is just about to win when Mr. Sloth tells her to stop. Eventually, he gets her to stop and enjoy the moment, and Sasha realizes the importance of slowing down and practicing mindfulness.

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Formats:

Book, eBook, Kindle

Description

"A summery picture book about mindfulness, featuring an overheated--and overwhelmed-- canine in need of sea, sand, and fresh air"-- Provided by publisher.

Author

Wells, Rosemary

Description

While they are at work a mother and father send powerful "love waves" to their child at home, offering reassurance and comfort in their absence.

19) I am peace: a book of mindfulness

Author

Series

I am (Susan Verde)

Formats:

Book, Board Book, eBook, Kindle

Description

A child starts to get carried away with worry and rushing thoughts before taking a breath, steadying, observing thoughts, feeling kindness, feeling thankful, and experiencing the world.

20) The kiss box

Author

Verburg, Bonnie

Description

As they prepare for a short separation, Mama Bear and Little Bear find a way to reassure each other while they are apart.