Buttercup and the Fairy Gold

A parent might reach for this book when their gentle, imaginative child needs a dose of courage for facing a new or slightly scary situation. It's a perfect story to show that being brave doesn't mean you aren't afraid, but that you act in spite of your fear for a cause you believe in. The book follows a little mouse, Buttercup, who must venture into the woods she fears to find magical 'fairy gold' to cure her sick sister. Along the way, she discovers her own inner strength and the kindness of strangers. This early chapter book is ideal for ages 6-8, offering a sweet, low-stakes adventure that reinforces themes of perseverance, bravery, and the magic of friendship and nature without any truly frightening elements.