As we all respond to the COVID-19 with social distancing, the cancellation of in-school learning, and other changes to our “normal” routine, it’s no surprise that we’re all feeling a range of emotions.
Healthcare professionals keep reminding us how important it is to attend to the social and emotional needs that arise during times like these. And that’s particularly important for children, who might not understand what is going on or who may be struggling to express their feelings and emotions.
Our Children’s Librarians have created a list of recommended eBooks and eAudiobooks to help explore and express your emotions, build relationships, and support each other – children and adults alike – during this challenging time.
It’s called “social emotional learning” and there are tons of great resources for children through OverDrive, Hoopla, Tumblebooks, and BookFlix.
Need help accessing these digital services? Please use our Ask-a-Librarian form and a library staff member will get back to you as soon as possible.
Community Helpers at the Hospital by Mari Schuh
(eBook, OverDrive)
Every Little Thing by Bob Marley
(eBook, OverDrive)
Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy
(eBook, OverDrive)
Meditate with Me by Mariam Gates
(eAudiobook, OverDrive)
Mango, Abuela y Yo por Meg Medina
(eAudiobook, OverDrive)
¡Solo Pregunta! por Sonia Sotomayor
(eAudiobook, OverDrive)
Eco por Pam Muñoz Ryan
(eBook, OverDrive)
What To Do When I Am Sad by Dagmar Geisler
(eBook, hoopla)
Lots of Feelings by Shelly Rotner and Sheila M. Kelly
(eBook, hoopla)
When I Feel Afraid by Cheri J. Meiners
(eBook, hoopla)
Breathe With Me by Mariam Gates
(eBook, hoopla)
How I Feel by Cydney Weingart
(eBook, hoopla)
Giraffes Can’t Dance by Giles Andreae
(Movie, hoopla)
The Museum by Susan Verde, Elizabeth Cottle, Peter Reynolds
(eBook and movie, hoopla)
El Triste Triste Monstruo por Dolores Costello
(eBook on Hoopla)
Pastel Para Enemigos por Derek Munson
(eBook, hoopla)
All the World by Liz Garton Scanlon
(BookFlix)
Planting a Rainbow by Lois Ehlert
(BookFlix)
(Tumble Tune, Tumblebooks)
And You Can Come Too by Ruth Ohi
(Tumblebooks)
There are many other “social and emotional learning” titles available through our digital collection. Check them out online.
