Pop down to your local Telford & Wrekin library and ask to see their Reading Well for Children books, a collection which aims to support the mental health and wellbeing of children.
Each book provides information and advice that can help children to cope with feelings, worries, daily life and getting through a tough time.
There are 33 books on the list. They include:
- What’s Going on Inside my Head?
- Sometimes I Feel Sad
- M is for Autism
- Me and My Fear
- All Birds Have Anxiety
- Dealing With Bullying
- The Illustrated Guide to Dyslexia and Its Amazing People
- Questions and Feelings About: Having a Disability
All of the books are for children in Key Stage 2 (aged 7-11), but includes a wide range of reading levels to support less confident readers.
The books have been chosen by children, carers, health experts and librarians. Each are endorsed by leading health organisations.
These books can be requested at any Telford & Wrekin library.
Some titles are also available via the eBook service on the Libby app. Get started with the Libby app here.