Adolescence can be one of the most stressful times for your child. These books can help with understanding the importance of mental health, learning to love themselves and increasing self-esteem.
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Heartstopper
Alice OsemanA graphic novel about life, love and everything in between that has become a hugely successful Netflix series. Heartstopper explores friendship, mental illness and loyalty and warms your heart from beginning to end.
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Raybearer
Jordan IfuekoA bewitching, fantastical read to escape into, Jordan Ifueko's protagonist Tarisai is bound by a magical wish made by her estranged and distant mother. Tarisai won't allow herself to become a pawn and has to choose a different path for herself.
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New Shoes
Donna MitchellNew Shoes addresses 16 of the most common lifestyle challenges, and each chapter offers steps for developing new skills and character qualities for success. A lifecoach for young adults and teens, Donna Mitchell will encourage you to begin your walk to success.
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Fire Keeper's Daughter
Angeline BoulleyThis coming-of-age thriller follows a Native American teen who must fight to root out corruption in the community she cares so deeply for.
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The House in the Cerulean Sea
TJ KluneFull of magic and whimsy, this heartwarming tale follows a lonely man who finds family and friendship in the most unexpected of places. It's a fantastical story with a lovely message.
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Persepolis
Marjane SatrapiBoth funny and heartbreaking, this graphic novel by Satrapi is an autobiographical retelling of her childhood growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution.
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Mind Your Head
Juno DawsonWritten with a frankness that teens will find refreshing, Dawson offers a comforting a medically sound guide to understanding teenage mental health.
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Holding up the Universe
Jennifer NivenThis life-affirming story of friendship and confidence by Niven reminds the reader how important it is to love yourself first.
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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
Betty SmithThis timeless coming-of-age story is brimming with characters so real, they become a part of you and their important lessons on tenacity remain relevant today.