SEL Books for Kids

We believe every child deserves access to quality reading materials that nurture a lifelong love of learning. This collection helps children ages 5 to 9 understand feelings, build relationships, and develop self-awareness. Each book addresses emotions, empathy, and social skills through relatable stories.
Free Family Decodable Reader with ow Words | I Love My Mom

I Love My Mom

4.6 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Meet a little kid who loves their mom more than anything! Mom knows how to do so many amazing things - from cooking yummy lunches to growing beautiful plants and even riding bikes. Every day brings a new adventure and something new to learn together. But what special skills will this child discover along the way? And what will make Mom the proudest of all?
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Free SEL Decodable Reader with Open Syllables | Sad Tune

Sad Tune

4.5 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
A lonely girl sits by her window playing the saddest song on her flute. Her tears turn into musical notes that float away on the breeze, becoming raindrops that fall across the meadow below. The animals in the field hear her sorrowful tune and wonder who could be so unhappy. A curious rabbit sets off to discover the source of the heartbreaking melody. Will the creatures of the field be able to help the sad girl feel better?
SEL Animals Music VC/CV-syllable-division
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Free Decodable Reader with 'ough' Words | A Special Flower

A Special Flower

4.4 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Meet a little white oak flower who feels different from all the other blossoms. While other flowers seem so much more beautiful with their bright colors and pretty shapes, this flower wonders why it looks so unusual. One night, the stars seem to whisper a secret message. What will the flower discover on its magical journey through the world? Can being different actually be something wonderful?
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Free Family Decodable Reader with 'ou' Words | All of Us

All of Us

4.3 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Living in a crowded house with Grandma, Pa, aunts, uncles, and a baby is driving one kid crazy! There’s no room to run, play, or make noise without getting tangled up and in trouble. All this child wants is some space to have fun with their cat. But what would happen if that wish actually came true? Would an empty house really be as wonderful as it sounds?
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Free Family Decodable Reader with Prefixes | In My Life

In My Life

4.3 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Meet a child who discovers the special people and things that make life wonderful! From playing games with friends to riding bikes with grandad, from cozy stories with nan to learning about plants in the yard—there’s so much to love. What are all the amazing things that make YOUR life special?
Family Friendship SEL <le> <al> <el> <il>
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Fantasy Decodable Reader with Suffixes | Ned's Honey Problem

Ned's Honey Problem

4.3 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Ned loves honey so much that he eats it all day long—while working on his farm, chopping wood, and doing chores. His magical book keeps warning him that he’s eating too much, but Ned doesn’t listen. That night, Ned has a wild dream about a honey mountain. What happens when Ned tries to eat his way to the top? Find out in this sweet tale about learning when enough is enough!
Fantasy Humor SEL Minecraft Suffix
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Free SEL Decodable Reader with es Plurals | No Pals

No Pals

4.3 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Tiger likes being alone and doesn’t want any pals. She’s fierce, powerful, and prefers peace and quiet to noisy friends. But when all the animals disappear and Tiger finds herself truly by herself, what will she discover about solitude? Join Tiger on a surprising journey about what it really means to be alone.
Animals Nature SEL Suffix
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Free Decodable Reader with nk Blend | The Butterfly Garden

The Butterfly Garden

4.3 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Diya is shy and loves butterflies, but she’s nervous about talking in class. When her school visits the park, something magical happens—her passion for butterflies gives her the courage to speak up! Will Diya discover that sharing what she loves can help her make new friends and find her voice?
Friendship Nature SEL <nk>
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Friendship Decodable Reader with Silent G Words | The Quiet Hut

The Quiet Hut

4.3 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Brat Cat is having a terrible day! The village is too hot, too noisy, and way too crowded. Her teeth are clenched and she needs to escape. When she discovers a peaceful wood nearby, she gets a wonderful idea. But can she and her friends Fig Pig and Tip work together to build something special? What will Brat Cat create to help her feel calm again?
Friendship SEL <gn>
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Free Family Decodable Reader with oo Words | We All Help

We All Help

4.3 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Jan’s special day is coming up, and everyone in the family wants to help make it amazing! Mom is cooking, Dad is preparing decorations, and other family members are all pitching in with their own special talents. What wonderful surprise are they creating together? Read along to discover how teamwork and love make the perfect celebration!
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Social Emotional Learning Books

Social emotional learning children's books help kids understand feelings, build relationships, and develop self-awareness. These kids books address emotions, empathy, and social skills through relatable stories. Our SEL books for kids give young readers tools for managing feelings and connecting with others while building essential reading skills.

SEL Picture Books Online

Our social emotional learning picture books illustrate feelings and relationships through expressive artwork and meaningful narratives. Each picture story book helps children recognize emotions in themselves and others. These storybooks offer the best picture books for exploring themes of kindness, self-regulation, and understanding.

Feelings Stories for Elementary Ages

Created for readers ages 5 to 9, these SEL books for elementary students address feelings and relationships at developmentally appropriate levels. Each childrens story book covers topics like managing emotions, making friends, and showing kindness. Young readers build emotional vocabulary alongside reading comprehension skills.

Online SEL Stories and PDF

Access our social emotional learning kids books online to support emotional development anytime. These online childrens books to read are available as pdf childrens books for counselors and classrooms. Our english story books online reading format helps children develop the emotional skills they need through accessible stories.

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