Our Favorite Social Justice Books
Here are a few of our favorite books about social justice issues, movements, and heroes.
Book Reviews
Articles
Jacob's New Dress
Jacob's New Dress is a children's book that explore what happens when a young boy wants to wear a dress to school. Read our review to find out what we love about this book.
My Princess Boy
Discussing gender equity with children is an important part of Social Emotional Health. My Princess Boy is a children's book that discusses the challenges a gender non-conforming child faces. Read our review to learn more.
Our Most Recommended Books - By Age!
No one has time to read hundreds of books, especially parents! We've narrowed it to one recommended book for each period of adolescence. Plus - our favorite book for kids at each age, too!
Book Review: Self-Compassion
Read our book review of Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Dr. Kristin Neff.
Book Review: The Mindful Child, by Susan Kaiser Greenland
The Mindful Child by Susan Kaiser Greenland is one of our very favorite books. Read our review!
The Tooth
Read our book review of The Tooth by Avi Slovdovnick, and check out the video!
The Most Magnificent Thing
Have you ever had a wonderful idea? You can just picture it in your head – it’s going to be amazing! Then you go to execute your idea, and – well…
How to Take the Grrrr Out of Anger
Do you have a child who struggles with anger? Check out this must read book.
Stuck
There are plenty of books about persisting with something and thinking outside the box, but few as funny and creative as Stuck. Read our review!
A Perfectly Messed Up Story
Kids will love this funny read-aloud book about a kid named Louie whose story just keeps getting ruined. Poor Louie! He can’t tell his story because it keeps getting messed up. Keep reading...
Ish
Do you know a kid who gives up when things aren't working out for him? Read "Ish" and remind him that just because we didn't get it right the first time, we definitely shouldn't give up.
The Invisible Boy
So-called "invisible" kids are all around us. How can we help them have the happy ending this story gives us?
How Full is your Bucket?
One of our favorite books about kindness and treating other people with respect!
Those Shoes
Those Shoes is a great book to help teach the concept of empathy. Check out our review.
Zoom
Just when you think you know where you are, the perspective changes. Check out our book review for Zoom by Istvan Banyai.
Hey, Little Ant
Looking for a great book about perspective taking? "Hey, Little Ant" is just what you need. Read our book review!
Ripple's Effect
"A kid who reads this book can think about how happiness can help him overcome whatever shark he’s facing – whether it’s a bully, a negative person, or a toxic relationship. Happiness is contagious!" Read more in this book review of "Ripple's Effect."
A Terrible Thing Happened
It would be wonderful if we lived in a world where we didn’t need this book. But because terrible things do happen, "A Terrible Thing Happened" is incredibly helpful. Read our review of this book for children who have witnessed violence or trauma.
The Gift of Failure
Get a sneak peek of this soon-to-be-released book: "The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed"
A Beautiful Oops
We LOVE this book for young readers about how to transform a mistake into something wonderful.
The Book of Awesome
If gratitude is about appreciating the small things, the author of "The Book of Awesome" is the most grateful person ever.
What Does It Mean To Be Present?
Check out this book review on "What Does It Mean To Be Present?" It has valuable lessons for kids and adults alike.
No Ordinary Apple
We love this colorful book about eating mindfully. Read the full book review of "No Ordinary Apple".
How Children Succeed
Read our book review on Paul Tough's bestseller, "How Children Succeed"
Steps and Stones
The anger is back! Read our review of Steps and Stones, by the author of Anh's Anger.
What to Do When you Worry Too Much
The book "What to Do When you Worry Too Much" might help the worrier in your life.
Visiting Feelings
Here's our book review on Lauren Rubenstein's "Visiting Feelings". This is a great book to read with children to help them understand that feelings come and go!
Sometimes I'm Bombaloo
Check out our book review of the children's book "Sometimes I'm Bombaloo" by Rachel Vail.
Moody Cow Meditates
You'll love Moody Cow and his grandfather in this great book that teaches about mindfulness. Read the full review!
A Walk in the Rain with a Brain
No brain is the best. So says this delightful childrens' book. Read the full review!
Fantastic Elastic Brain
Did you know your brain can stretch and grow your whole life? Kids will learn all about the brain with this fun book. Read the full book review!
The Whole-Brain Child
The Whole-Brain Child is one of our favorite books for anyone who works with kids. Read this quick review, and then grab a copy and read the whole thing!
Mindset
Imagine this: a child gets an A on her spelling test. You tell her, “Great job! You are really smart.” Nothing wrong with that, right?