Originally published in TEACH Magazine, May/June 2023 Issue
By Kelsey McCallum
Mental health plays an important role in all aspects of our lives, and is crucial to our overall well-being. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to share strategies for achieving good mental health, while also raising awareness about mental health conditions and challenging the stigmas surrounding them. We’ve come up with a list of books to do just that: each one offers stories and resources that focus on mental health and well-being, while also shining a spotlight on different mental health conditions. Read on to discover some titles that can be incorporated into your classroom today.
Kelsey McCallum is an Associate Editor for TEACH Mag. She holds a BSc from the University of Guelph and a Graduate Certificate from Centennial College. She currently lives in Toronto, ON, with her partner and their cat, Banksy.
