Being balanced is one of the IB Learner Profile characteristics that we should be encouraging in students. Here are some of my favorite books for encouraging this important skill.
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In my classroom, I organize my classroom library by IB learner profile characteristic. You can read all about how I organize it here. This makes it easier for me to find books to focus on different learner profile attributes. It also helps students keep the learner profile in mind. Here are 5 excellent books for the IB learner profile trait of being balanced.
Favorite books for teaching students to be Balanced
Allie All Along is a story about a child who has a hard time with feeling angry. This book offers some great strategies to help with big, angry emotions within the plot of a story.
I Don’t Want To is the perfect book for students who have a hard time doing things they don’t love. This silly, fun book is sure to cause lots of giggles and discussions.
The Worrysaurus is a great book for students who tend to worry. It helps students see that we can try to find happiness in the current moment and not let the worries take over.
My Body Sends a Signal is a favorite book for talking about how to handle and manage our emotions. This very thorough book is a great reference for students.
When Miles Got Made is a book about when a child loses their temper and how to calm down and handle their anger. Students will enjoy this relatable book with strategies to help handle our anger and find balance.
