Brave Horace

Name: Brave Horace
ISBN: 9780688154073

Horace Series · Book 2 of 3

For children who feel nervous about an upcoming event, Horace's preparations for a monster movie party offer a humorous and relatable journey into managing expectations.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child feels anxious about an upcoming event, like a new school or a birthday party. Horace is invited to a monster movie party, and his imagination runs wild with worry. He spends the week 'training' to be brave in a series of funny, relatable scenes. This story gently explores anticipatory anxiety, showing that it's okay to be scared and that preparation can build confidence. The humorous approach and simple art make it perfect for ages 4-7, offering a wonderful way to start a conversation about managing big feelings and expectations.

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What Parents Should Know

Scary ScenesMild

Horace imagines cartoonish, silly-looking monsters. These are clearly from his imagination.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals directly with childhood anxiety and fear of the unknown. The approach is lighthearted and metaphorical, using the 'monster party' as a stand-in for any new, potentially scary social situation. The resolution is entirely positive and reassuring, emphasizing that things we worry about are often much less scary in reality.