Custom Children’s Books to Explain Hard Topics Such as Cancer, Death, Divorce, and More!

This Is Hard: Someone I Love Has Died [Digital Download]
This Is Hard: Someone I Love Has Died [Digital Download]
$23.00

Navigating the difficult emotions of grief and loss is explored with sensitivity and understanding in "This Is Hard: Someone I Love Has Died." Designed for children aged 2-6, this social story gently guides young readers through the experience of losing a loved one. Offering age appropriate guidance on understanding death and expressing emotions, this story provides a safe space for children to process their feelings and find solace during a challenging time. Ideal for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking to support young children through grief, "This Is Hard: Someone I Love Has Died" offers hope and healing in the midst of sorrow.

This Is Hard: Someone I Love Has Cancer [Digital Download]
This Is Hard: Someone I Love Has Cancer [Digital Download]
$23.00

In "This Is Hard: Someone I Love Has Cancer," children aged 2-6 are gently guided through the complex emotions that arise when a loved one is diagnosed with cancer. Through simple language and illustrations, this social story provides a compassionate exploration of fear, confusion, and hope. Young readers will navigate the challenges of learning about and coping with a cancer diagnosis in their family in an age-appropriate way they can understand. Offering comfort and reassurance, this story empowers children to express their feelings and find support during difficult times. Ideal for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking to facilitate conversations about illness and emotions with young children, "This Is Hard: Someone I Love Has Cancer" fosters empathy, understanding, and resilience in the face of adversity.

This Is Hard: My Parents are Separating [Digital Download]
This Is Hard: My Parents are Separating [Digital Download]
$23.00

Navigate the complexities of family changes with "This Is Hard: My Parents are Separating." Tailored for children aged 2-6, this social story offers support and understanding as young readers explore the emotions surrounding their parents' separation. Children will see themselves through the story as they navigate feelings of confusion, sadness, and adjustment. Ideal for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking to support children through family transitions, "This Is Hard: My Parents are Separating" provides comfort and clarity during a challenging time, helping children feel understood and supported as they adapt to changes in their family structure.

This Is Hard: Going to Sleep Feels Scary [Digital Download]
This Is Hard: Going to Sleep Feels Scary [Digital Download]
$23.00

Join us on a comforting journey through bedtime worries with "This Is Hard: Going to Sleep Feels Scary." Designed for children aged 2-6, this social story explores the common fear of bedtime. Through comforting illustrations and reassuring language, young readers will learn to navigate their nighttime fears and find support in soothing routines, helpful coping skills, and loving caregivers. Ideal for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking to ease bedtime anxiety in young children, "This Is Hard: Going to Sleep Feels Scary" offers a comforting and empowering message that sleep can be a peaceful and safe experience.

This Is Hard: I’m Going to a New Camp [Digital Download]
This Is Hard: I’m Going to a New Camp [Digital Download]
$23.00

Embark on an exciting adventure with "This Is Hard: I'm Going to a New Camp." Designed for children aged 2-6, this social story explores the mixed emotions that come with attending a new camp. Kids will learn to embrace feelings of excitement, nervousness, and anticipation about the upcoming camp experience. Ideal for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking to ease anxieties and prepare young children for new experiences, "This Is Hard: I'm Going to a New Camp" offers encouragement and support as they embark on this exciting journey of growth and discovery.

This Is Hard: I’m Going to a New School [Digital Download]
This Is Hard: I’m Going to a New School [Digital Download]
$23.00

Embark on a journey of courage and resilience with "This Is Hard: I'm Going to a New School." Designed for children aged 2-6, this social story explores the emotions and challenges that come with beginning a new chapter at school. Through relatable illustrations and simple language, young readers will see themselves as they navigate the exciting but sometimes daunting experience of starting afresh in a new environment. From meeting new friends to adjusting to unfamiliar routines, this story offers reassurance and support to children facing similar transitions. Ideal for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking to nurture children's confidence and resilience, "This Is Hard: I'm Going to a New School" provides comfort and encouragement during times of change.

This Is Hard: I’m Going to the Doctor [Digital Download]
This Is Hard: I’m Going to the Doctor [Digital Download]
$23.00

Join us on a journey through the eyes of a young child as they navigate the challenging experience of visiting the doctor. In "This is Hard: I'm Going to the Doctor," children aged 2-6 will explore common fears and anxieties associated with medical appointments in a relatable and reassuring way. Through colorful illustrations and simple language, this social story gently guides children through each step of the doctor's visit, from waiting in the waiting room to receiving a check-up, helping them feel more confident and prepared for their own appointments. Ideal for parents, caregivers, and educators looking to support young children in understanding and coping with unfamiliar situations, "This is Hard: I'm Going to the Doctor" offers comfort and encouragement every step of the way.

This is Hard: I’m getting a Baby Brother/Sister [Digital Download]
This is Hard: I’m getting a Baby Brother/Sister [Digital Download]
$23.00

Embark on an exciting journey of change and discovery with "This Is Hard: I'm Getting a Baby Brother/Sister." Tailored for children aged 2-6, this social story explores the mixed emotions that come with welcoming a new sibling into the family. Young readers will learn about the feelings of excitement, curiosity, anger, sadness, and apprehension about the upcoming arrival. Ideal for parents, caregivers, and educators seeking to prepare young children for the changes and joys of siblinghood, "This Is Hard: I'm Getting a Baby Brother/Sister" offers reassurance and encouragement as they embark on this new chapter together.

This is Hard Children’s Books and Parent Guides

Expert created PDF children’s books and parent guides for kids ages 2-6 experiencing struggle, change, or challenge in some way.

We write custom books for all of those tough moments -- when you don't know what to say to your child, and you just can't find the right resource. These books provide space for your child to learn from a story and for you to help guide them through something hard. 

This is for you if:

  • You’ve been looking for the “right” resource for when you struggle with your child, but can’t find it.

  • Your child is experiencing a big change or challenge such as:

    • Death of a loved one

    • A cancer diagnosis in the family

    • Sleep challenges

    • Parental separation or divorce

    • Separation anxiety

    • Starting a new school or camp

    • A change in caregivers

    • Going to the doctor, getting shots, or staying overnight at the hospital

    • New sibling

  • You’re feeling overwhelmed by a specific issue and need tangible support through it right now.

What’s included?

  • 5-10 page instant access printable pdf book

  • 3 page parent guide with common questions, and helpful tips to use the book and navigate the topic confidently

    We can personalize any of our books with your child’s name and photos to make this story truly theirs.

Contact us to customize $34
Contact us to customize $34

Benefits of this type of support

  • You’ll have an easy to use and easy to understand tool to help you in a moment you need it most.

  • Your child will be able to understand a difficult concept through a story, helping them to cope with and process in a way that makes sense for their age and developmental stage.

  • You’ll feel empowered and confident, rather than helpless, stuck and lost in high stress situations.

FAQs

  • Instant download PDF books are $23

    Custom books (photos and child’s name) are $34

  • Yes! These books are also great for teachers, doctors, speech therapists, occupational therapists and anyone who works with young kids!

  • Yes! Click here to customize and we’ll work on writing a totally custom book for you!

  • If you aren’t 100% satisfied with your book, reach out to us and we’ll work with you to make sure you are!