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The benefits of bibliotherapy have known for centuries. The ancient Egyptians acknowledged the power of reading; written above the portal to the library of Pharaoh Ramses II were the words "the house of healing for the soul".

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Teachers can use bibliotherapy to promote understanding of disabilities for students with disabilities and their non-disabled peers (Iaquinta and Hipsky).

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The use of written word for therapeutic purposes.

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Bibliotherapy uses literature, in any form, that can help us find our way through psychological, emotional, and social problems.

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Bibliotherapy was formally adopted by medical professionals, like Benjamin Rush and Sigmund Frued, in the early 19th century and was used in hospitals and other health care facilities (Jackson).

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Bibliotherapy is most commonly used by social workers and other therapists. Studies have shown its effectiveness in helping people with depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, eating disorders, addiction, and other illnesses (Jackson).

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Books and reading are a vital part of the classroom. Books allow children to gain a deeper understanding of them selves and the world around them.

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Students with exceptionalities can use bibliotherapy to learn coping skills that can help them with social/emotional challenges (Dirks 11).