Growing up is exciting, but it can also be scary, and sometimes even the youngest readers need a little boost in their self-belief. With relatable characters, fun narratives and vibrant illustrations, picturebooks can help to lay the building blocks of resilience and self-love.
We are grateful to Frances Stickley, author of Wanda the Warthog Who Worried, for curating this brilliant list of the best confidence-boosting picturebooks. From a kangaroo in a crisis to a courageous flamingo to a boy with wings, this delightful collection of stories has something to offer every young reader!