Books for Family Illness for Ages 0–3

When someone in the family is sick, toddlers feel the change in the air even if they can't name it. These 5 books help parents talk about what's happening in the simplest possible terms: someone we love doesn't feel well, and we're taking care of them.

5 books

Llama Llama Home with Mama

Anna Dewdney

When Llama Llama is home sick, Mama Llama takes wonderful care of him. But when Mama gets sick too, Llama Llama discover

Ages 2–5

Hair Love

Matthew A. Cherry

For a child discovering self-love and family bonds, this heartwarming story celebrates natural hair and a father's unwav

Ages 3–8

Love You Forever

Robert N. Munsch

A poignant tale exploring the enduring, evolving love between a mother and her son, perfect for navigating the bitterswe

Ages 3–7

Days of the Blackbird

Tomie dePaola

A brave white bird sings through a bitter Italian winter to help a kind duke recover in this beautiful folktale about lo

Ages 3–7

Critters Cry Too

Anthony Curcio

Calvin the Critter struggles when his loved ones become consumed by "Whateveritwas," a metaphor for addiction. This book

Ages 3–7