Shy Child

If you are shy or socially anxious, you may dread going to parties, speaking in front of crowds or people you don't know, going to job interviews, and other critical life situations. You aren't alone. In fact, studies show that millions of people suffer from a social anxiety disorder. Unfortunately, you can't hide from some social situations. But you don't have to go on suffering. The good news is there are proven-effective techniques you can start using right away to help ease your anxiety or shyness and start living the life you were meant to live.

“I was born and broken in Birkenhead, abused from infancy by a network of every kind of pervert from ‘thinks it’s love’ to ‘show it hurts’. I was unwanted, beaten, sold, swapped, photographed, filmed, left for dead, corrupted, blamed, betrayed, ignored and orphaned. But I was also...

A magical mermaid adventure about courage, confidence, and believing in yourself. When a mysterious tremor shakes the ocean floor, the beautiful kingdom of Dolphinia is in danger. Coral arches begin to crumble, and the dolphins fear something powerful is awakening beneath the sea. Deep inside a hidden reef lives Lumi — a shy baby sea dragon whose glowing magic is as bright as her fears are big. She doesn’t mean to scare anyone. She just doesn’t know how to control her sparkle. Princess Emerald, with her flowing emerald-green hair and heart full of kindness, sees what others miss — ...

Willow’s home is in an abandoned mailbox, and she'd rather stay put. Outside, kids scream and soccer balls collide, trees look like monsters, and rain is noisy in a scary kind of way. It's much nicer to stay inside, drawing. But then, a young boy drops a letter in Willow's mailbox: it's a note to the moon asking for a special favor. Willow knows that if she doesn't brave the world outside, the letter will never be delivered and the boy will be heartbroken. Should she try? Can she?

Real-life courage, one story at a time. Every girl faces moments of doubt — a scary audition, an unkind comment, a project that falls apart the day it's due. Inspiring Stories for Smart Girls is a collection of 16 short stories about ordinary girls who meet those everyday moments with courage, kindness, and quiet confidence — and discover how strong they really are. These aren't tales of famous women on faraway pedestals. They're relatable girls who feel just like your daughter — which is exactly why the lessons stick. Inside, 16 stories that build character: Melody burns three cakes ...

Our noisy world sometimes feels like it's not made for shy people. This book will help children understand shyness and find their inner voice. Shyness is often misunderstood. It's not a personality flaw, it's a complex trait with many positive aspects. However, shyness means many kids struggle...

A magical bedtime story about kindness, confidence, and friendship. Join Sparkly the Unicorn on another heartwarming adventure in The Star That Lost Its Song, a gentle story that helps children learn the power of believing in themselves. Sparkly loves visiting the beautiful night sky where the stars sing their magical songs. But one evening, something is wrong… one little star has stopped singing. The tiny star feels shy and unsure of itself. Its light has grown dim, and it believes its song isn’t good enough anymore. Sparkly knows that every star has something special to share. With ...

Suppose you were hunting around in the desert for a fossil and instead you found a real (and very large) dinosaur, genus Stegosaurus. Joan and Joey Brown did! Nobody believed they had found one, which was just as well because George (as they called him) was very shy. He was a loyal friend, doing...

A supposedly extinct dinosaur, who looks like a mountain in motion, can be an alarming kind of friend. But Huck and his friends, Joan and Joey Brown, found that George, the shy stegosaurus, could be very helpful. Huck lived on an Indian reservation in Oregon with his great-grandfather Opalo, the...

A magical princess story about bravery, kindness, and helping others shine. The most beautiful night of the year has finally arrived in Princess Daisy’s kingdom—the Midnight Lantern Parade. The trees are glowing. The music is playing. The lanterns are shining like tiny stars. But instead of feeling excited, Princess Daisy feels nervous. She is supposed to walk at the front of the parade for everyone to see, and her heart feels fluttery and unsure. Then Daisy notices something important… she is not the only one feeling afraid. When she sees several worried children struggling to join ...

Does your tween want better friendships? Do they feel unsure how to start a conversation? Do they struggle with conflict? Do they wonder when a friendship is not healthy? How to Be a Great Friend is a practical 21-day guide for ages 9–13. Each day has a short lesson. It also has a relatable story, a reflection prompt and a simple activity. Your tween can practice the skill right away. This book does not tell kids to change who they are. It does not tell them to become “popular.” Instead, it teaches the skills that help friendships grow stronger. Kids learn how to listen. They learn ...

Little Sophia is forever being teased by the other mice at school because of her ears. She hides them under a big hat and cries every night at home. The only things that make her feel better are her best friend, Bella, and singing, which is her passion. When her school hosts a talent show, Bella encourages Sophia to enter, but Sophia is far too shy to show the world her hidden talent. Will a magic wish give her the confidence to overcome her shyness and show her classmates that there is more to her than her appearance?

A hot billionaire who has it all. A shy small town girl with nothing left to give. Their childhood friendship is on the line. We’ve been close all these years. Even after we missed our shot at love together, and even after he became a billionaire, we remained friends because we just get each other. But then my ex shows up and Blake steps in to protect me by claiming to be my boyfriend. Which leads to a kiss that changes my life. Oh ya, and sure…it gets my ex to flee. But I don’t feel any bolder until Blake tells me I just have to make a move. Little does he know that the move I want ...

Is your tween struggling with shyness, friendship stress or constant worry? Tweens Life Skills Collection is a complete three-book confidence guide for ages 9–13. It gives tweens practical, encouraging tools to start conversations, build healthier friendships and handle everyday worries with more courage. Each book includes short lessons, relatable stories, reflection prompts and real-life practice activities. Together, they give your tween a clear path from feeling awkward or overwhelmed to feeling more capable, connected and brave. Three Books. One Complete Confidence Path. 1. Learn to ...

Not every brave story is loud. Journey used to be a champion show jumper, until an injury ended his career and left him quietly overlooked at Willow Bend Rescue for years, waiting for a purpose nobody thought to offer him again. Sophie Voss has been part of the therapy program for over a year, working steadily on her shyness without a single dramatic crisis to point to. She's started to believe her quiet struggle isn't worth anyone's attention. When Gran proposes a public demonstration showing the whole town what Willow Bend Rescue actually does, Sophie and Journey find each other, two ...

Sunny the little chick is excited when Easter Meadow begins getting ready for its very first Easter parade. The ribbons are bright. The grass smells fresh after the rain. And all of Sunny’s friends are helping make the day special. Then Mrs. Hops gives Sunny a very important job - carrying a beautiful ribbon at the very front of the parade. Suddenly, Sunny feels shy. What if she trips? What if everyone is watching? What if she is too small to be brave? With gentle help from Clover, Daisy, Lamby, Squirrel, and wise Mrs. Hops, Sunny learns that courage does not mean never feeling scared. It...

Does your tween want friends but freeze when it is time to say hello? How to Talk to Anyone for tweens is a practical 16-day social-confidence guide for ages 9–13. Through short daily lessons, relatable stories, conversation starters and simple practice challenges, tweens learn how to start talking, know what to say next and feel more comfortable around new people. Instead of vague advice, this book teaches real-life skills, including the Tidbit Strategy, to help kids start conversations, remember names, read social cues, handle awkward moments and build genuine friendships one small step...

Transform childhood anxiety into lasting resilience with this essential parenting guide to emotional intelligence. Perfect for your daily commute, this uplifting audio experience provides science-grounded strategies to help kids step out of self-doubt and into genuine self-trust. Whether you are...

Sam is a quiet little boy who hates show-and-tell. Just thinking about it makes his stomach hurt. Sam must find a way to conquer his fear and make the most of his turn at show-and-tell. This audiobook is great for teaching children about emotions and challenges.

Transform stage fright into a communication superpower with this empowering guide to building childhood confidence. Whether preparing for a nervous show-and-tell, a school play, or simply learning to raise a hand in class, young listeners will discover how to safely harness their jitters...