Children’s Books on Health Issues

Some conditions and diseases can be hard for children to understand. These children, tween, and teen books talk about many different health issues through stories. Books about tough health issues can help kids navigate through difficult emotions that surround challenging medical conditions, whether that be a temporary sickness, chronic conditions like asthma or diabetes, or serious diseases like cancer that might be affecting them, a family member or a friend. There are also books that touch upon various mental health issues such as anxiety, depression and suicide to name a few. The books on this list are available through the Sussex County Library System.

Updated December 17, 2024
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Calm with the very hungry caterpillar
Carle, Eric
Paper Book
This beautiful little gift book features a simple, easy-to-follow journey to relaxation, perfect for children and adults of all ages. When your monkey mind feels too jumpy... take a deep breath... to clear the cobwebs from your mind. Featuring the beautiful, contemplative...
How it feels to float
Fox, Helena
Paper Book
'Every now and then you pick up a novel and you know you've found something wonderful - a glorious voice, a character you adore. Helena Fox's novel delivers. It is exquisite. Read it.' Cath CrowleyWINNER OF THE VICTORIAN PREMIER'S AWARD PRIZE FOR WRITING FOR YOUNG ADULTS 2020 WINNER OF THE PRIME...
How to make friends with the dark
Glasgow, Kathleen
Paper Book
'A BOOK AS FIERCE, TENDER, AND RARE AS ITS APTLY NAMED HEROINE, TIGER.' -- Meg Leder, author of Letting Go of Gravity It's the brightest day of summer and it's dark outside. It's dark in your house, dark in your room, and dark in your heart. You feel like the darkness...

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