#blogbookaday: Brave

Summary:  “An empowering picture book for all kids that demonstrates to children that they can be real-life superheroes and that all kids have what it takes to be brave. Superheroes seek adventure, never give up, and stay calm when others are
afraid. Superheroes are brave. But they aren’t the only ones

Kids are brave every day. When they are told they are too little, but accomplish something big. When they check for monsters under the bed, just in case. When they face something uncertain, whether a thunderstorm or a hospital visit. When they stand up for what’s right, even when it means facing consequences.

Like superheroes, brave kids can save the world, just by being brave.
Thoughtful text from Stacy McAnulty paired with vibrant illustrations from Joanne Lew-Vriethoff encourage kids to be brave in all the ways they can: trying new things, speaking their mind, confronting bullies, and more. This book will inspire kids to follow their hearts and to have courage, no matter the situation.” (Taken from Goodreads)

Review: A guide to being brave in all sorts of situations from checking under the bed for monsters, to a hospital visit, kids can save the world just by being brave. What I liked most about this book is that there were kids from all walks of life including (more than one) child with a disability.

Personal Reaction: I think that kids can often feel helpless and it’s more and more often to see kids with anxiety disorders and books like this can help children learn how to be brave, even when they might be nervous or scared. What I really liked seeing is that this book deals with every day issues that kids may actually face in their own world – like telling the truth when you’ve done something that causes a mess or running in a race or standing up for a friend. This would make a wonderful addition to your collection of empowering books for little ones.

Title: Brave
Author: Stacy McAnulty
Illustrator: Joanne Lew-Vriethoff
Publisher: Running Press Kids
Publication Date: October 3, 2017

This is a new idea I’m trying on my blog this year that was inspired by @donalynbooks and @heisereads – to provide a brief review of a picture book every day of 2018. You’ll get a brief summary of the story, a review of the content, illustrations and theme, my personal reaction to the book and all the pertinent publication information! Enjoy!