Nurturing a child’s emotional and spiritual growth is just as important as their physical well-being. The Elf-Help Books for Kids series is a world-renowned collection from CareNotes (Abbey Press) that uses charming elfin characters to help children navigate life’s ups and downs.

With gentle language and whimsical illustrations by R.W. Alley, these books tackle “big” topics—from bullying and stress to faith and diversity—in a way that is accessible, non-threatening, and deeply rooted in positive values. 

What’s Inside This Comprehensive Collection?

This 21-book set is an essential resource for parents, teachers, and counselors looking to build a child’s resilience and character.

Building Character & Virtues

• Learning About Virtues: Introduces the “vocabulary of goodness,” helping kids recognize and strive for traits like honesty and responsibility.
• One Caring Kid: Inspires children to be their best selves and understand the power of their own kindness.
• Right & Wrong and Being Strong: A practical guide to moral development, honesty, and making the right choices.
• Respect: Dare to Care, Share: Teaches the virtue of treating others, ourselves, and the world with extra love.
• It’s Great to Be Grateful!: Helps children move past taking things for granted to find joy in thankfulness.

Navigating Difficult Emotions

• Worry, Worry, Go Away!: Teaches kids to distinguish between their “worry voice” and “smart voice” to conquer anxiety.
• Jealousy is Not For Me: Offers simple strategies for freeing oneself from the trap of envy at school or play.
• Shyness Isn’t a Minus: Helps “bashful” children find the confidence to interact with others at their own pace.
• Letting Go of Stress: A guide for the “busy” child, helping them find balance in a world of schedules and deadlines.

Social Skills & Relationships

• Bye, Bye Bully!: Empowers kids with non-violent ways to assert themselves and know when to ask for help.
• Standing Up to Peer Pressure: Encourages a solid “elf-identity” and teaches the power of saying “No.”
• Learning to Be… A Good Friend: Explores the basics of social interaction and the importance of healthy friendships.
• You Are You, I Am Me: A beautiful look at diversity that celebrates our differences while highlighting what we all share.
• God Made Us One by One: Focuses on overcoming prejudice and seeing the world through the eyes of others.

Life Challenges & Big Questions

• What Happens When Someone Dies?: A gentle, faith-filled guide for children experiencing the mystery of death and grief.
• What Does Depressed Mean?: Explains a loved one’s depression in language kids can understand, reducing fear and confusion.
• I Don’t Want to Go to Church!: Turns the struggle of Sunday morning into a concrete celebration of faith.
• Keeping School Cool: Tackles everything from homework and teachers to the first-day jitters.
• It’s Not Fair!: Helps children process feelings of unfairness and understand the deeper roots of justice.
• Fit Can Be Fun!: Encourages healthy choices and a positive body image as a way of caring for God’s creation.
• Be the Star That You Are!: A celebration of individuality for every child who has ever felt “different.”

Why the Elf-Help Series is a Must-Have:

• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Perfectly aligned with modern educational goals for developing empathy and self-regulation.
• Trusted Source: Published by CareNotes, a ministry of Saint Meinrad Archabbey, ensuring values-based content.
• Child-Centric Design: Each book is 32 pages with a large 8″ x 8″ format, making them perfect for “read-aloud” sessions.
• Whimsical Illustrations: R.W. Alley’s beloved elves make even the toughest topics feel manageable and friendly.

Product Specifications:

• Format: 21 Softcover Books
• Dimensions: 8″ x 8″
• Page Count: 32 pages per book
• Recommended Ages: 4–9 years
• Dimension: 26 cm x 26 cm x 26 cm
• Weight: 2.25 kg
• Price: 3,705.00

“Give one and give hope.” — Equip the children in your life with the tools they need to grow in wisdom, grace, and confidence with the complete Elf-Help collection.

Build a foundation of resilience and faith. Add the 21-book Elf-Help for Kids set to your library today!