using storybooks to manage anxiety in young children
Ongoing Research and Storybook Projects
Thank you for your interest in our work! Our research group is interested in how we can leverage evidence-based information and clinical guidance, along with the magic and engagement of targeted storybooks, to support young children and families. We are currently engaged in work focused on:
- Anxiety challenges in young children
- Supporting emotion regulation
- Navigating grief and loss
Parent and Caregiver Resource Guide: Supporting Knowledge and Skills in Managing Anxiety Using Storybooks
This guide is intended primarily for parents or caregivers to assist their child who may be struggling with early symptoms of anxiety. This guide provides an overview of anxiety, different types of anxiety, cognitive-behavioural informed skills and approaches, as well as guiding questions on how to use storybooks to guide conversations for a range of anxiety challenges.
Storybook Finder: Companion to the Parent and Caregiver Resource Guide
This storybook finder was created to accompany the Parent and Caregiver Resource Guide. It includes additional storybooks organized by anxiety-related concerns. To help support discussion with your child after reading, a set of general guiding questions is also included.
Parent/Caregiver and Professional Feedback
Are you a parent or caregiver of a young child? Or are you a professional who works with children? We are interested in your feedback on these resources! Please check out the feedback surveys below:
- Parents and caregivers: Survey Link
- Professionals: Survey Link