“Most of the children’s psychology books on the market are written for parents. This series is the first set of self-help psychological reading materials in China that elementary school students can read on their own. The comic format captures children’s attention, allowing them to learn how to solve problems with their own strength while enjoying a lighthearted reading experience.”
— Luo Zhenyu (Founder of the Duoshu App, Host of “Logic Think”)

“The ‘Elementary School Comics’ series has become a classic precisely because of its unique design language. By using comics, it makes cultivating all kinds of abilities begin with joy—progressing happily and growing up happily!”
— New Beijing News Book Review Weekly

“This book series is really engaging. My daughter feels that many of the situations in it happen to her, and she’s learned some effective solutions!”
— Reader from an e‑commerce platform

“After my child finished reading it, all the other classmates wanted to read it too.”
— Reader from an e‑commerce platform

★ Since its launch in 2019, the “Elementary School Comics” series has cumulatively printed 6.5 million copies! This new edition is a refined version of the same series, carefully selecting six core themes: Confidence, Communication Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Willpower, Intrinsic Motivation, and Safety Awareness—covering almost all the psychological challenges children may encounter during their elementary school years.
★ A team of experts, including doctoral-level educators and psychologists from prestigious universities as well as professional child counselors, personally wrote and reviewed the content. The entire book uses a humorous, comic-strip format to address various issues, structured around scenario reenactments, psychological analysis, and practical advice.
★ Through 138 comic vignettes, the book portrays common psychological dilemmas children face in everyday life, with the original character Dr. Cloud offering professional yet friendly guidance. Using a four-step approach—“Scenario Reenactment → Psychological Analysis → Dr. Cloud’s Advice → Skill Summary”—it helps children learn to solve problems on their own. This is a self-help psychology series that elementary school students can read and understand by themselves.

This refined edition comprises six titles:
1. Show Yourself Boldly—You’re Already Great (Confidence)
2. Communicate Clearly and Connect Heart to Heart (Communication Skills)
3. It’s Okay to Be Angry—Learn to Get Along Well with Your Emotions (Emotional Intelligence)
4. Just Hang In There—You’ll See a Different Side of Yourself (Willpower)
5. Find What You Love, and You’ll Move Forward on Your Own (Intrinsic Motivation)
6. Protect Yourself—Start with Every Little Thing (Safety Awareness)

The entire book presents 138 psychological challenges children may encounter in their daily lives through comic strips, covering almost all the types of psychological issues they are likely to face during their primary school years.
Each volume unfolds in a four-step structure:
Step 1: Recreates real-life problems from everyday situations.
Step 2: Shows children’s genuine inner worries and offers comfort and advice from “Dr. Cloud.”
Step 3: Combines emotional support with guidance to encourage children to take action on their own.
Step 4: Summarizes techniques for building a “strong inner self.”
The book features the original IP character “Dr. Cloud” throughout, helping children develop the mindset that “when there’s a problem, turn to Dr. Cloud.”

The content of each volume covers:
Self-confidence—daring to take responsibility, confidently showcasing oneself, overcoming nervousness when speaking;
Communication skills—getting along with people you don’t like, accepting others’ opinions, expressing love and gratitude;
Emotional intelligence—managing emotional stress, communicating effectively, creating a positive atmosphere;
Willpower—persistence leads to success, making small changes every day, techniques for staying focused;
Intrinsic motivation—staying curious, daring to try new things, developing a sense of responsibility;
Safety awareness—staying safe at home alone, protecting against strangers, avoiding accidental injuries.

Duke Student Reading Research Society – Psychology Group
Founded in Shanghai in 2019, it is part of the Duke Student Reading Research Society and is dedicated to creating books suitable for elementary school students. It has authored works such as “Comics on Independent Living for Elementary School Students” and “Comics on Communication Skills for Elementary School Students,” with the mission of helping children grow better.

Expert Panel Members:
Lin Lin: Master’s degree from Tsinghua University, Ph.D. from the Chinese Academy of Sciences, one of the first certified psychological counselors in China, consultant for UNICEF projects, and the pioneer of family emotional intelligence in China.
Li Fang: Ph.D. in Education from Beijing Normal University, researcher at the University of International Business and Economics, advanced trainee in psychological counseling and therapy at Peking University’s Clinical Psychology Center, and a national Level-2 psychological counselor.
Yang Zhiyan: Ph.D. in Education from East China Normal University, having participated in several national-level research projects, including the “Guidelines for Children’s Learning and Development.”
Yang Liu: Director of the Institute of Early Childhood Development at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, national Level-2 psychological counselor, and Master’s degree holder in developmental psychology from Beijing Normal University. She has been engaged in child psychological counseling and supervision for 11 years, with over 4,000 hours of cumulative consultation experience.
Zhou Jing: Ph.D. in Literary Theory from Jinan University and visiting scholar at the Centre for Research in Children’s Literature, Department of Education, University of Cambridge.

Volume 1: Self-Confidence
Chapter 1: It’s Okay—Everyone Feels Insecure Sometimes
Chapter 2: There Are Many Benefits to Being a Confident Person
Chapter 3: Believe in Yourself—You Can Build Confidence
Chapter 4: Support and Encouragement Can Help Everyone Become More Confident

Volume 2: Communication Skills
Chapter 1: Life Is Connected Through Communication
Chapter 2: I Actually Became Good Friends with Someone I Didn’t Like at First
Chapter 3: I Gave My Friend Well-Meaning Advice, So Why Was He Still Angry?
Chapter 4: I Can Listen to Others’ Opinions
Chapter 5: Don’t Be Afraid to Express Your Love, Gratitude, and Compliments

Volume 3: Emotional Intelligence
Chapter 1: Only by Learning to Manage Emotional Stress Can You Maintain Good Health
Chapter 2: Even When You’re Angry, You Can Still Communicate Nicely
Chapter 3: Everyone Experiences “Emotional Stormy Days”
Chapter 4: A Positive Atmosphere Is Created by Everyone Together

Volume 4: Willpower
Chapter 1: Liking Something Isn’t Enough—Only Persistence Leads to Results
Chapter 2: Change a Little Bit Every Day, and You’ll Develop Good Habits
Chapter 3: Simple Tips for Staying Focused
Chapter 4: The “Princess Learning Method” That Makes Studying Fun

Volume 5: Intrinsic Motivation
Chapter 1: Stay Curious, and You’ll Find What You Love
Chapter 2: Whether You Can Do It or Not, You Won’t Know Until You Try
Chapter 3: Clear Thinking Helps Me Get Twice the Results with Half the Effort
Chapter 4: Being a Responsible Person Is Truly Admirable

Volume 6: Safety Awareness
Chapter 1: Home Safety
Chapter 2: When You’re Home Alone, Don’t Open the Door to Strangers Without Checking
Chapter 3: Eggs Can Explode Too!
Chapter 4: Should You Help Strangers Who Ask for Assistance?
Chapter 5: Don’t Imitate Dangerous Moves from Cartoons—You Could Get Hurt