November 7-11 celebrates children’s literature and the benefits it can have on lives of kids and their families. Many CCLSs use children’s books to support and educate kids and families during stressful situations. Here is a list of children’s books recommended by the child life community.

• Ida Always
• Ivy, the Very Determined Dog
• A Jar Full of Kisses
• The Rhino Who Swallowed a Storm
• Melissa & Doug Poke-a-Dot books
• Hank the Heart
• There Was a Baby
• Henry Has Heart Surgery
• The Grief Bubble
• The Invisible String
• In My Heart
• When Someone You Love Has Died
• Gentle Willow

• Books- A list hosted by Child Life Mommy
• Helpful Books for Child Patients and Their Families- University of Maryland Children's Hospital
• Recommended books- Child Life at University of Florida Health
• Recommended books and websites- Child Life at Dartmouth Children's Health
• Recommended books- University of Arkansas Medical Sciences