Books About Anger & Frustration for Ages 0–3

Toddler anger is huge and immediate. The toy doesn't work, the tower falls, and suddenly the whole world is wrong. These 156 books meet that intensity where it lives and help very young children begin to understand that big feelings pass.

156 books

Green Eggs and Ham

Dr. Seuss

Join Sam-I-am as he travels far and wide, with a mouse and a goat, in a boat and on a train, all to persuade a friend to

Ages 2–9

Tony Baloney #2

Tony Baloney: Buddy Trouble

Pam Muñoz Ryan

Tony Baloney and his big sister want to go to the 'Books and Buddies' indoor camping event, but they must be on their be

Ages 3–7

Naptastrophe!

Jarrett J. Krosoczka

Lucy is NOT tired, not tired, NOT tired! But when she joins her dad on errands, the world suddenly becomes too loud and

Ages 3–7

Rotten Ralph #1

Rotten Ralph

Jack Gantos

Ralph is the naughtiest cat imaginable, constantly playing mean tricks on his loving family. But when his rotten behavio

Ages 3–7

The Food Group #6

The Sour Grape

Jory John

Sour Grape loves holding grudges, but when a friend turns the tables, he discovers how unfair grudges truly are. This he

Ages 3–7

The Smallest Gift of Christmas

Peter H. Reynolds

Roland is excited for Christmas, but his tiny present leaves him wanting more. Through a series of wishes, he discovers

Ages 3–7

Curious George and the Pizza

H. A. Rey, Margret Rey

George is thrilled for a pizza party, promising his best behavior. But when he sees all that pizza dough, his curiosity

Ages 3–7

Llama Llama Shopping Drama

Anna Dewdney

When Llama Llama wants to play but has to go shopping, his patience wears thin, leading to a classic Llama Llama "shoppi

Ages 3–7

The Wild Christmas Reindeer

Jan Brett

Teeka is tasked with getting Santa's reindeer ready for their big flight, but her bossy approach only leads to tangled a

Ages 3–7

The Berenstain Bears #22

The Berenstain Bears and Baby Makes Five

Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain

For the child adjusting to a new baby sibling, this story tenderly explores feelings of jealousy and finding your place

Ages 3–7

Lotta on Troublemaker Street

Lotta's Easter Surprise

Astrid Lindgren

Lotta's siblings break their Easter plans, leaving her initially frustrated. But with a burst of creativity and a little

Ages 3–7

Strega Nona #13

Strega Nona and the Twins

Tomie DePaola

Strega Nona, Bambolona, and Big Anthony team up to babysit a pair of energetic twins who get into trouble everywhere. Lu

Ages 3–7

Kitten's First Full Moon

Kevin Henkes

For children learning to navigate new experiences, this book celebrates curiosity and perseverance through a persistent

Ages 2–5

Grumpy Monkey #1

Grumpy Monkey

Suzanne Lang

Jim the chimpanzee is having a very grumpy day, and all his friends' well-meaning advice only makes things worse. This h

Ages 3–7

The Devil You Know

Nathan Hale

Fed up with their house devil, the Fell family decides to trade him for a new, seemingly prim and proper replacement, Ms

Ages 3–7

The Pigeon #9

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!

Mo Willems

For the child who loves to laugh and practice setting boundaries. Join the famously persistent Pigeon as he tries everyt

Ages 2–6

Pete the Cat: Play Ball!

James Dean

Pete the Cat is ready for baseball with his team, the Rocks, playing the Rolls. But when things get tough, Pete must dec

Ages 3–7

Bad Kitty

Bad Kitty Scaredy-Cat

Nick Bruel

When Halloween creatures appear, Bad Kitty is terrified, but the promise of delicious treats gives her the courage to ch

Ages 3–7

It's Tough to Lose Your Balloon

Jarrett J. Krosoczka

From losing a balloon to a melted ice cream cone, this lively picture book helps kids navigate common childhood frustrat

Ages 3–7

The Berenstain Bears #1

The Berenstain Bears and the Trouble with Chores

Jan Berenstain, Stan Berenstain

Papa Bear and the cubs would rather play than do chores. Mama Bear lets them have their way, but soon the house becomes

Ages 3–7

The Evil Princess vs. the Brave Knight #2

The Evil Princess vs. the Brave Knight: Take Turns

Jennifer L. Holm

Follow an 'evil' princess and a 'brave' knight, who are actually siblings, as they navigate the challenges of sharing an

Ages 3–7

The Pigeon #2

The Pigeon Finds a Hot Dog!

Mo Willems

For the child navigating tricky negotiations, learning to share, or experiencing big feelings, this book perfectly captu

Ages 2–6

Happy Families #6

Mrs Lather's Laundry

Allan Ahlberg

Tired of socks and sheets, the Lathers family makes a radical decision: they will only wash things that aren't laundry.

Ages 3–7

Bad Kitty #10

Bad Kitty Does Not Like Candy

Nick Bruel

Kitty wants all the candy in the world, but something might just stop her. This funny early reader teaches a lighthearte

Ages 3–7

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