Spring Mindsets for Kids

In a season of growth, help kids explore feelings, confidence, and finding calm through these reads recommended by librarians.

Updated March 30, 2026
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Spring Mindsets for Kids

In a season of growth, help kids explore feelings, confidence, and finding calm through these reads recommended by librarians.

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Roar like a lion : how animals can help you be your best self
Sorosiak, Carlie
Paper Book
From the UK bestselling author of I, Cosmo comes an inspirational guide to living your best life -- with a wild twist. Every animal is wonderful at being themselves, and if we're observant, we can let them teach us how to be our kindest, bravest, best selves as well. Humans are a...
Big sister, long coat
Buchet, Nelly
Paper Book
"Love and tenderness are expressed in every scene" -School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW "...this sweet and optimistic picture book shows how the support of a loved one can help reframe attitudes, come rain or shine." -Booklist, STARRED REVIEW Big...
The squish
Carzoo, Breanna
Paper Book
Meet Sandcastle. Sandcastle's world was new and exciting until their very first... SQUISH! In an effort to protect themselves from ever getting squished again, Sandcastle tries to be bigger and taller and stronger! But is that enough to stop all the squishes ...
Hundred years of happiness
Lai, Thanhha
Paper Book
A stunning picture book debut, showcasing the love between grandparents and grandchildren, the challenges of memory loss, and the joy that sweet reminders of a faraway home can bring, from award-winning, bestselling author Thanhhà Lại. This sweet and emotional picture book will...
The creature of Habit
Smith, Jennifer E.
Paper Book
A delightful picture book about a creature of habit whose routine suddenly gets disrupted by the unexpected arrival of a new friend. A perfect story for little readers learning social emotional skills that explores the joy of trying something new! A very big creature with big...
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