World Book Day & Wellbeing: 5 Books for Kids & Adults

It is World Book Day this Thursday, and I wanted to share some great books on play, wellbeing & mental health for kids and adults.

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Of course I have to start with a LEGO Book

Build Yourself Happy: The Joy of LEGO Play - Abbie Headon

This is what Brighton Bricks is all about, about promoting how play can help our mental health wellbeing. Filled with 50 mindful LEGO building activities.

“With the busy pace of modern life, setting time aside time for ourselves to relax and be creative is no longer a luxury - it’s essential for our health. Getting hands-on with LEGO bricks can help you reclaim some ‘me time’ and give your mood a boost. Find out how LEGO bricks will help you:

Get Creative
Learn to collaborate
Exercise your mind and body
Improve your cognitive skills
Get in touch with your emotions
Practise mindfulness

Playing with LEGO bricks is certainly not just for kids, so give yourself permission - and the time you need - to take care of yourself and build your way to joy.”

Book available on Amazon

Reasons to Stay Alive - Matt Haig

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“This is the true story of how Matt Haig came through crisis, triumphed over a mental illness that almost destroyed him and learned to live again. Moving, funny and joyous, Reasons to Stay Alive is more than a memoir. It is a book about making the most of your time on earth.”

Book available on Amazon

You Got This - A Positive Thinking, Mindfulness and Wellbeing Journal: A daily journal for kids to promote happiness, gratitude, self-confidence and mental health wellbeing - Steve Turner

A unique journal for kids and teenagers, allowing them to record their feelings every day. Featuring over 100 designed spreads encouraging them to record good things on a daily basis, lists such as “Three Amazing Things That Happened Today’ which helps kids remind themselves of the good things they have experienced, which leads to an increase in mental wellbeing.

“The simple act of using the journal is ‘analogue’ time in an increasingly digital age.”

Book available on Amazon

My Strong Mind: A Story About Developing Mental Strength - Niels Van Hove

“The My Strong Mind book series aspires to educate children and parents about mental toughness and open a positive dialogue on the subject. Kate solves her everyday problems with a positive attitude and hopefully will 5-8 year old children do the same”

Book available on Amazon

Mental Health and the Wellbeing in the Workplace: A Practical Guide for Employers and Employees - Gill Hasson & Donna Butler

Providing guidance for both employers and staff on promoting positive mental health and how to support those experiencing mental ill health in the workplace.

Book available on Amazon

Finally

If you have any suggestions of other books I should add to this list email me at nick@brightgreenpenguin.com