About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child is feeling nervous about a performance, a presentation, or any situation where they are the center of attention. The story follows Sister Bear, who lands the lead role in the school play. Her initial excitement quickly turns into worry and physical symptoms of stage fright. The book normalizes these big feelings by showing that even confident Papa Bear has experienced the same thing. Through her family's gentle support and her own courage, Sister learns to face her fear. It's an ideal choice for preschoolers and early elementary children to open a conversation about performance anxiety and offer simple, comforting coping strategies.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The primary theme is anxiety. The book addresses the emotional and physical symptoms of stage fright directly and names the feeling, which is helpful for children's emotional literacy. The approach is secular and focused on family support as the primary coping mechanism. The resolution is entirely hopeful and positive, with the character successfully overcoming her fear.
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