Brave

Svetlana Chmakova's 'Brave' is a compelling graphic novel that delves into the complex social world of middle school through the eyes of Jensen, a quiet boy who often escapes into heroic daydreams. The story explores themes of self-confidence, friendship, and bullying, as Jensen slowly realizes he's being targeted and learns to stand up for himself and others. It's an excellent resource for discussing social dynamics, empathy, and finding one's voice, presented in an accessible and visually engaging format that has garnered critical acclaim.

In his daydreams, Jensen is the biggest hero that ever was, saving the world and his friends on a daily basis. But his middle school reality is very different. And the pressure's on even more once the school newspaper's dynamic duo, Jenny and Akilah, draw Jensen into the whirlwind of school news, social experiment projects, and behind-the-scenes club drama. In graphic novel format.