IJEP International Journal of Education and Philology IJEP 2671-3535 2671-3543 Balkan University Press 10.69648/WLCI2590 502 Article Bibliotherapy - The Healing Power of Literature in Our Classrooms Spirovska Elena South East European University 01 07 2026 7 1 47 56 CC BY-NC-ND 4.0

This article will attempt to examine the notion of bibliotherapy, history

of bibliotherapy and the impact of bibliotherapy in an educational setting.

Bibliotherapy is defined as usage of literary texts to enhance emotional,

psychological, and social well-being. As such, bibliotherapy has recently

emerged as a powerful tool to promote mindfulness and enhance stress

free environment in a contemporary educational setting. This article

will provide the theoretical background of the concept of bibliotherapy

and will explore the potential of literature in supporting students’

mental health, their personal development, and overall well-being.

Furthermore, the article will provide insight and suggestions regarding

relevant texts and strategies to implement bibliotherapy in classrooms

and the potential to create opportunities for self-reflection, empathy,

and effective strategies for dealing with various personal challenges.

The paper highlights the benefits of bibliotherapy and examines the

potential drawbacks, emphasizing its ability to improve emotional

literacy and create a beneficial environment for students to explore

difficult emotions and situations.

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