Books About Fear & Bravery for Ages 0–3

Fear at this age is vivid and specific. The dark, loud noises, the dog that's too big, the stranger at the door. These 1,839 books name those fears directly and show young children that being scared is normal and that courage starts with small steps.

1,839 books

Claydon Was a Clingy Child

Cressida Cowell

For the child who struggles with separation anxiety, this humorous tale follows a boy who finds the courage to let go of

Ages 3–6

Mae's First Day of School

Kate Berube

For the child who feels like school might be a bit too big and scary: a gentle story about finding courage in a tree and

Ages 3–7

Seymour Slug Starts School

Carey F. Armstrong-Ellis

For the child feeling nervous about their first day, this funny story uses a slug's garden world to normalize the 'jitte

Ages 3–6