Books about Bravery
Award winning
Barb the Brave
Dan Abdo, Dan & Jason, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through bravery and resilience themes.
Engaging illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Supports development of emotional and social skills.
Encourages independence and self-confidence in young readers.

Barb the Brave
Dan Abdo, Dan & Jason, 2023
Award winning
Igraine the Brave
Cornelia Funke, 1998
212 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, stimulates bravery and resilience.
Enhances imagination with magical elements.
Encourages perseverance through challenges.
Ideal for family bonding over reading.

Igraine the Brave
Cornelia Funke, 1998
Brave Volodymyr: The Story of Volodymyr Zelensky and the Fight for Ukraine
Linda Elovitz Marshall, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative about leadership and courage.
Features real-life hero, promoting resilience and perseverance.
Supports understanding of current global events.
Inspires civic awareness and responsibility.

Brave Volodymyr: The Story of Volodymyr Zelensky and the Fight for Ukraine
Linda Elovitz Marshall, 2023
Award winning
Beast Quest: Draka the Winged Serpent
Adam Blade, 2024
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative boosts engagement and imagination.
Encourages bravery and problem-solving in young readers.
Facilitates language development and comprehension skills.
Supports emotional growth through character empathy.

Beast Quest: Draka the Winged Serpent
Adam Blade, 2024
Award winning
The Almost Fearless Hamilton Squidlegger
Timothy Basil Ering, 2014
48 pages
Why to read
Boosts creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Addresses fears, promotes courage and resilience.
Interactive elements enhance reading engagement.
Ideal for bedtime, enriches family reading time.

The Almost Fearless Hamilton Squidlegger
Timothy Basil Ering, 2014
Twister on Tuesday
Mary Pope Osborne, Mary Osborne, 2001
70 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey into 19th-century American pioneer life.
Encourages historical curiosity and educational exploration.
Strengthens reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.
Inspires resilience and teamwork through character challenges.

Twister on Tuesday
Mary Pope Osborne, Mary Osborne, 2001
Award winning
Improbable Pals: The Tale of the Fainting Goat and the River Otter
Cristin Tamburello, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming friendship tale of unlikely animal companions.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Colorful illustrations enhance storytelling and engagement.
Supports early development of social and emotional skills.

Improbable Pals: The Tale of the Fainting Goat and the River Otter
Cristin Tamburello, 2023
How to Cheat a Dragon's Curse
Cressida Cowell, 2006
243 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline enhances imaginative skills.
Features courageous, relatable protagonists for young readers.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving capabilities.
Stimulates interest in mythology and folklore.
