Diverse Books: Mental Health & Neurodiversity
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The Notations of Cooper Cameron
Eleven-year-old Cooper Cameron likes things to be in order. When he eats, he chews every bite three times on each side. Sometimes he washes his hands in the air with invisible water. He… Read More →
The Opioid Epidemic and the Addiction Crisis
From the Series Issues in Action (Read Woke ™ Books)
Opioids are drugs that people have taken for centuries to alleviate pain, but they are also highly addictive. In the past several years, the United States has seen a growing number of people… Read More →
The Rock in My Throat
Praise for The Rock in My Throat by Kao Kalia Yang, illustrated by Jiemei Lin: Asian/Pacific American Awards for Literature Picture Book Honor Booklist Editor's Choice The Bulletin of the… Read More →
The Secret Games of Maximus Todd — Library Bound Hardcover Set
From the Series The Secret Games of Maximus Todd
Fast-paced, humorous stories for early readers featuring dyslexia-friendly fun artwork and typography. Max might be a bit different, but he deals with issues all kids face: social skills,… Read More →
The Secret Life of Kitty Granger
London, 1967 Sixteen-year-old Kitty Granger has always known that others consider her peculiar. She hates noise and crowds, tends to fixate on patterns, and often feels acutely aware of her… Read More →
Things That Shimmer
Praise for Things That Shimmer by Deborah Lakritz: Sydney Taylor Notable Book In the spring of 1973, Melanie Adler desperately wants to be accepted by the Shimmers, the popular kids in her… Read More →
Torch
Three teens struggle to carve out futures for themselves under a totalitarian regime. Czechoslovakia, 1969 Seventeen-year-old Pavol has watched his country's freedoms disappear in the wake of Read More →
Unretouchable
“One of the most memorable debut graphic novels in recent years.”—IGN Olive is spending the summer before art school at a coveted internship, helping one of the fashion industry's elite… Read More →
What to Do When Mistakes Make You Quake, Revised Edition: A Kid's Guide to Accepting Imperfection
From the Series What-to-Do Guides for Kids
Can kids learn to accept mistakes? Absolutely—and this updated workbook shows them how! Mistakes can feel scary. For some kids, even small slip-ups can lead to big worries. Whether it’s a… Read More →
What to Do When You Feel Too Shy: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Social Anxiety
From the Series What-to-Do Guides for Kids
Can kids feel confident in social situations? Yes—and this workbook helps them speak up and shine! Meeting new people, speaking in class, or joining group activities can feel intimidating.… Read More →
What to Do When You Panic: A Kid's Guide to Transforming Panic into Personal Power
From the Series What-to-Do Guides for Kids
Can kids learn to turn panic into personal power? Yes—and this workbook shows them how! Life can feel overwhelming—especially when panic strikes out of nowhere. Racing heart, shaky hands,… Read More →
What to Do When Your Brain Gets Stuck: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming OCD
From the Series What-to-Do Guides for Kids
Can kids learn to outsmart OCD? Yes—and this workbook shows them how! Sometimes the brain gets stuck—repeating thoughts or rituals that feel impossible to stop. For kids with OCD, these… Read More →
What to Do When You Worry Too Much, 2nd Edition: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety
From the Series What-to-Do Guides for Kids
Can kids learn to shrink their worries? Yes—and this workbook shows them how! Worries can feel like weeds—once they start growing, they can take over everything. For kids, those worries can… Read More →
You Can Say Hi with Only a Smile
Can a smile say just as much as words? Absolutely—and it might be someone’s favorite way to say hello. You Can Say Hi with Only a Smile is a warm and inclusive picture book that celebrates… Read More →