A Brave Bear

Name: A Brave Bear
ISBN: 9781406373172

For children learning to face new or scary situations, this story offers a comforting tale about finding courage and inner strength.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is facing a new experience with hesitation, like the first day of school or a sleepover. This gentle story follows a little bear who doesn't think he is very brave. As he and his father explore the woods, he encounters small challenges like a rushing stream and a dark cave. With his father's quiet encouragement, the bear discovers that bravery isn't about being fearless, but about trying even when you feel scared. For ages 3-7, it normalizes anxiety and models how to find courage from within, making it a perfect tool for opening conversations about fears, big and small.

Fear & Bravery Animals Bears Self-Confidence & Identity First Day Nature & Outdoors Resilience & Perseverance Adventure

What Parents Should Know

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A young bear faces gentle, age-appropriate challenges in nature, like crossing a stream or a log.

Sensitive Topics

The primary emotional topic is fear and anxiety. The approach is metaphorical, using the natural world to represent childhood challenges. The resolution is entirely hopeful and reassuring, showing that fear is a normal part of growing up and can be overcome with support and inner strength.