Check out our commonkind list of favourite books on self-compassion for primary school-aged children (and adults who could do with a refresher for themselves)! All books are ruthlessly reviewed by our panel of real child judges! Although they are still learning kindness they don’t hold back on the important subject of books!
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EMBRACE YOUR BODY
by Taryn Brumfitt & Sinead Hanley (AUSTRALIAN AUTHOR & ILLUSTRATOR)
Why we like it
Written by body-image activist Taryn Brumfitt, this joyful book encourages children to love and celebrate their bodies exactly as they are. With playful rhymes and cheerful illustrations, it delivers a powerful message of body positivity. We admire how this story nurtures confidence and compassion towards oneself. It gives children tools to build healthy self-esteem, while reminding adults that embracing and celebrating our bodies is a lifelong lesson.
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From the Publisher
Based on the #1 hit children’s song, this picture book encourages everyone to love who they are, inside and out.
Taryn Brumfitt is the fiercely passionate thought leader behind the Body Image Movement and director of Embrace the documentary. She is determined to inspire everyBODY to celebrate their body, regardless of size, colour, ethnicity, gender or ability.
I AM ME
by Susan Verde & Peter H. Reynolds
Why we like it
This affirming story celebrates individuality and the joy of being yourself. With simple, rhythmic text and Peter H. Reynolds’ bright artwork, I Am Me encourages children to embrace who they are and recognise their own worth. This book empowers young people to practise self-acceptance. Its message is one we believe is just as important for adults to hear, especially in a world that can make us doubt our uniqueness.
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Embrace individuality and being your authentic self in this companion to New York Times bestsellers I Am Human and I Am Love! Sometimes I stand out in a crowd. Sometimes I am not seen at all, and I feel alone. I start to ask myself, why can’t I blend in? Fit the mold? But when I stop and look, I see nothing in this world is exactly the same. Sometimes we hide who we really are to conform to the way we think we are supposed to be in the world. Sometimes we compare ourselves to others and feel we don’t fit in. But when we realize we are something to be celebrated, and we proudly live out loud as our true selves, we can make our unique mark on the world―and share our joy! From the New York Times bestselling team behind the I Am series comes a bighearted celebration of individuality, of being comfortable in our own skin, respecting others for who they are, living authentically, and loving ourselves. For anyone who’s ever felt like too much or not enough, I Am Me is an affirming reminder that difference is what makes life beautiful―and that each of us matters, just as we are.
FEELINGS
by Libby Walden & Richard Jones
Why we like it
Feelings is a lyrical picture book that explores the many emotions children experience, from joy and pride to sadness and fear. Richard Jones’ gentle illustrations bring each feeling to life in a way that is easy for children to recognise and talk about. This book helps children build emotional literacy and encourages self-compassion. It reminds us all, children and adults alike, that every feeling is valid and part of being human.
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From the Publisher
What you feel is who you are… Explore a world of emotions with this stunning peep-through picture book. Richard Jones’ enchanting illustrations and the lyrical text make each and every feeling come to life to help children understand the emotions they experience.
