Dealing with School Stress

Most students have felt the pressure of worrying about tests and trying to get good grades. School-related stress is common, but it can be managed. Read Dealing with School Stress to identify types of academic pressure, gain a healthy perspective on schoolwork, and learn what to do to feel confident and prepared. This practical guide provides strategies you can use to gain control over stressed-out feelings about school. Know how to help yourself and how to help others too!

Gr 3-5–Example scenarios allow readers to step into the day of a young person dealing with a tough topic, like bullying or anxiety. Stories are tied to definitions and coping skills needed to get through each issue with ease and empathy. Green bubbles and sidebars offer a chance to consider how the heavier content relates to real world situations and how to best deal with things like social media usage and stress. Processing difficult situations can be hard to talk about, so reading about others going through similar things can open a door to understanding oneself and others. VERDICT Combining up emotional intelligence and self care, these are essential for libraries serving school age children.--School Library Journal, November 2024