Wellbeing

Supporting Your Child's Well-being Through Literature

One of the powerful ways you can support your child's well-being is through themed picture books that spark important conversations, build empathy, and help them navigate their emotions.

 Foundation – Year 2:

Books like 'The Colour Monster' by Anna Llenas and 'In My Heart' by Jo Witek help younger students identify and express their feelings. Titles such as "The Most Magnificent Thing" and "The Koala Who Could" can encourage resilience, self-belief, and trying new things.

Years 3 – 6:

Older students should explore more complex ideas through books such as "After the 

Fall" by Dan Santat (about overcoming fear), "Ruby Finds a Worry" by Tom Percival (dealing with anxiety), and "The Invisible Boy" by Trudy Ludwig (highlighting the importance of inclusion and kindness).

Want to support wellbeing at home? Ask your child which book they’ve read recently and what they learned from it!

Why not enjoy one of these books together at home?

Foundation – Year 2 (Ages 5–7)

Books with simple language, clear visuals, and relatable scenarios for younger learners.

Emotions & Emotional Regulation

• The Colour Monster – Anna Llenas
• In My Heart: A Book of Feelings – Jo Witek
• When I’m Feeling Angry – Trace Moroney

Self-Esteem & Identity

• I Like Myself! – Karen Beaumont
• Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon – Patty Lovell

 Resilience & Growth Mindset

• The Koala Who Could – Rachel Bright
• The Most Magnificent Thing – Ashley Spires

Mindfulness & Calm

• I Am Peace: A Book of Mindfulness – Susan Verde
• Moody Cow Meditates – Kerry Lee MacLean

Friendship & Inclusion

• Strictly No Elephants – Lisa Mantchev
• All Are Welcome – Alexandra Penfold

Years 3 – 6 (Ages 8–12)

Books with deeper themes, emotional complexity, and opportunities for discussion.

Mental Health & Big Conversations

• Ruby Finds a Worry – Tom Percival
• How Are You Feeling Today? – Molly Potter
• My Strong Mind – Niels Van Hove

 Resilience & Growth Mindset

• After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again) – Dan Santat
• The Most Magnificent Thing – Ashley Spires (also suitable for younger students)
• The Koala Who Could – Rachel Bright (also suits lower years)

Self-Esteem & Identity

• Giraffes Can’t Dance – Giles Andreae
• Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon – Patty Lovell (great across year levels)

Friendship & Inclusion

• The Invisible Boy – Trudy Ludwig
• All Are Welcome – Alexandra Penfold (suitable for all ages)
• Strictly No Elephants – Lisa Mantchev (lower years, but great for discussion in upper)

Mindfulness & Calm

• Breathe Like a Bear – Kira Willey
• I Am Peace – Susan Verde 

Happy Reading!