Well-Being Book Collection

This special collection of books supports young readers’ emotional well-being and mental health. Developed in partnership with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and Macy’s, each title helps children explore big feelings, build resilience, and understand themselves and others. Whether it's learning to cope with worry, celebrate uniqueness, or navigate change, these stories offer meaningful opportunities for connection, conversation, and growth—at home or in the classroom.

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Well-Being Booklist

Brought to you in partnership with NAMI and Macy’s, this suggested book list sparks meaningful...

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The Day the Crayons Quit

Written by Drew Dywalt and Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
Duncan has a serious problem—his crayons have quit! Read each of the letters from the individual...
Pre-K - 2nd

The Boy with Big, Big Feelings

Written by Britney Winn Lee and Illustrated by Jacob Souva

The Boy with Big, Big Feelings is relatable for any child – especially for a child experiencing...

Pre-K - 2nd

Wemberly Worried

Written by Kevin Henkes
Wemberly worries about everything—especially about making friends. As the first day of school...
Pre-K - 1st

Even Superheroes Have Bad Days

Written by Shelly Becker and Illustrated by Eda Kaban

All kids have trouble getting a grip on their emotions, sometimes—even young superheroes! But what...

K - 4th

A Spark in the Dark

Written and Illustrated by Pam Fong

Whether you are mad, sad, scared, or lost in the dark, there’s always hope—a spark of light to lead...

Pre-K - 3rd

BIG

Written and Illustrated by Vashti Harrison

This deeply moving story shares valuable lessons about fitting in, standing out, and the beauty of...

Pre-K - 4th

Mel Fell

Written and Illustrated by Corey R. Tabor

An innovative and charming tale about a plucky little bird. Readers will delight in turning their...

Pre-K - 3rd
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The Most Magnificent Thing

Written and Illustrated by Ashley Spires
This book follows a young girl and her best friend as she attempts to create the most magnificent...
Pre-K - 2nd
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New Kid

Written and Illustrated by Jerry Craft

Seventh grader Jordan Banks loves nothing more than drawing cartoons about his life. But instead of...

3rd - 7th

The Crossover: Graphic Novel

Written by Kwame Alexander and Illustrated by Dawud Anyabwile

“With a bolt of lightning on my kicks . . . The court is SIZZLING. My sweat is DRIZZLING. Stop all...

3rd - 7th

When Stars Are Scattered

Written by Victoria Jamieson & Omar Mohamed and Illustrated by Victoria Jamieson

Omar and his younger brother, Hassan, have spent most of their lives in Dadaab, a refugee camp in...

4th - 7th

Freewater

Written by Amina Luqman-Dawson

Under the cover of night, twelve-year-old Homer flees Southerland Plantation with his little sister...

5th - 9th

Frizzy

Written by Claribel A. Ortega and Illustrated by Rose Bousamra

Marlene loves three things: books, her cool Tía Ruby and hanging out with her best friend Camila...

3rd - 7th

When You Trap A Tiger

Written by Tae Keller

When Lily and her family move in with her sick grandmother, a magical tiger straight out of her...

3rd - 7th
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The 57 Bus: A True Story of Two Teenagers and the Crime That Changed Their Lives

Written by Dashka Slater
If it weren't for the 57 bus, Sasha and Richard never would have met. Both were high school students...
7th - 12th

The Way I Used to Be

Written by Amber Smith

Eden was always good at being good. Starting high school didn’t change who she was. But the night...

9th - 12th

Stargirl

Written by Jerry Spinelli

Stargirl. From the day she arrives at quiet Mica High in a burst of color and sound, the hallways...

7th - 12th