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 born with a fire inside me. I call it my Phoenix Fire. I am no victim—that word only describes what happened to me. Nor am I a survivor because that implies I am over it. I am a Phoenix—a work in progress. This is my story....

The first time you heard the word "autism," it probably was not in a doctor's office. It was in a chat room. A group text. A comment thread. Someone's plan fell through and they typed, "I completely autismed out today." Everyone moved on. No one thought twice. Because the word had become a shorthand for a passing mood, a moment of wanting quiet, a refusal to engage, an afternoon of not feeling social. But somewhere, at that exact moment, a mother was sitting alone in a hospital parking lot with a piece of paper in her hands. A diagnosis. A word that, for her son, was not a mood.

Gustavo is good at doing all sorts of ghostly things: walking through walls, making objects fly, and glowing in the dark. And he loves almost nothing more than playing beautiful music on his violin. But Gustavo is shy, and some things are harder for him to do, like getting in a line to buy eye scream or making friends with other monsters. Whenever he tries getting close to them, he realizes they just can’t see him. Now that the Day of the Dead is fast approaching, what can he do to make them notice him and to share with them something he loves?

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...

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...

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?

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 his best to help the twins make money to finance their mother's dry little ranch on Cricket Creek. George ate sagebrush, looked for fossils, and fought a plane (which he thought was a pterodactyl) with faithful enthusiasm, but his walnut-sized brain often made him more hindrance than help.

If you didn’t know Shy Ninja, you would have never thought she was once so shy, it would prevent her from doing things she loved to do. For example, she would experience fear, shaking, and anxiety. Things change when a friend introduces her to the "FUN" method to help her conquer extreme shyness. Find out what happens in this book about overcoming social anxiety. The new children's book series, Ninja Life Hacks, was developed to help children learn valuable life skills. Fun, pint-size characters in comedic books easy enough for young listeners, yet witty enough for adults.

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.

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.

Conoce a Gustavo. Él es un fantasma y como a cualquier ser paranormal le encanta hacer lo que le es normal: atravesar paredes, hacer volar objetos y brillar en la oscuridad. También le encanta tocar el violín. Pero Gustavo tiene un problema. Él es muy, muy tímido; y aunque su deseo más grande es tener amigos, nunca se ha atrevido a hablarle a ninguno de los monstruos en su pueblito. Con el Día de Muertos cerca, ¿se atreverá Gustavo a dejar que lo vean?

Ein cleverer Krimi ab 10 Jahren mit wunderbar ausgefallenen Figuren und einer wichtigen Botschaft: Es ist völlig in Ordnung schüchtern zu sein. Nominiert für den Glauser-Preis 2021 in der Kategorie Kinderkrimi! Rory Shy ist ein ungewöhnlicher Detektiv: Es ist ihm unangenehm, Zeugen zu befragen, er ist zu schüchtern, um mit Informanten zu sprechen, und viel zu höflich, um Verdächtige mit Fragen nach einem Alibi zu belästigen. Dafür besitzt er eine hochgeheime eigene Methode, mit der er bislang auch die kniffligsten Rätsel lösen konnte.

Mochi is a soft, pastel monster who loves teacups, cozy corners, and staying out of sight. While other monsters roar and stomp, Mochi hides—worried that being gentle means being weak. But when small acts of kindness begin to change the world around him, Mochi discovers something magical: his gentleness is his greatest strength. Mochi the Shy Monster is a heartwarming kawaii children’s story about embracing sensitivity, quiet bravery, and being yourself in a loud world. Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom discussions, and children who feel shy, soft-spoken, or different. 🌸 Ideal ...

High above the sleeping world lives a small star who isn’t ready to shine. While the other stars sparkle proudly each night, this quiet little star feels something different inside. It doesn’t feel dim or broken—just not ready yet. As the moon watches kindly and the sky listens patiently, the star learns that growing doesn’t happen all at once. The Star Who Didn’t Want to Shine Yet is a warm, reassuring children’s story about patience, confidence, and honoring your own timing. Perfect for children who feel shy, pressured, or unsure, this bedtime tale gently reminds young readers...

Marcus is no ordinary 12-year-old—at six feet tall, he towers over his classmates, but instead of feeling proud, he feels out of place. Shy, clumsy, and often teased for his height, Marcus struggles to fit in. But everything changes when a middle school coach sees potential in him and offers to train him in basketball after school. With each practice, Marcus begins to find not just his skills, but his confidence.

Mandy Pandy’s lazy afternoon walk becomes an unexpected adventure when she discovers a shy, lonely shadow with no owner. Determined to help, Mandy sets out with the shadow she names Whisper to find where he belongs. Guided by the wise Oliver Owl and the gentle gardener Elara, they learn that Whisper’s other half is a firefly whose light has gone out. Their journey leads them to the damp, twilight world of the Glimmerpond, where lost lights and lonely shadows gather. To heal the firefly, they must seek the magic of the Twilight Daisies at the fleeting moment between day and night. Along ...

Sam the Shy Bear hides when it is time to say hello to friends and family. His shyness keeps landing him in embarrassing situations until Mama Bear helps him learn how to say “hello” with confidence. This debut children’s story for preschoolers teaches young listeners the important social skill of greeting others. It is great for teaching children about emotions and relationships with others and can help start the conversation about shyness and social skills.

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?

Shelby has always been a shy little girl. No matter what she does, she is scared when she has to interact with new people. With the help of her brother and her superhero costume, will Shelby be able to be brave and have fun at the party?