Title: I Am Courage
– A Book of Resilience
Author: Susan Verde
Illustrations: Peter
H Reynolds
Publisher: Abrams Books
ISBN: 9781419746468
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young boy’s journey begins on his bicycle on an obstacle course. His emotions
take over. He experiences fear, instability, and uncertainty. But when he takes
deep breaths and calms his mind, he realizes he can overcome the doubt and have
faith that he will be successful in the challenges ahead. He is not afraid to
share his fears and triumphs with others.
Author Susan Verde shares a simplistic way of becoming resilient. This story shows readers the dark side of fear and how they can get to the light. The art by Peter H. Reynolds shows determination in facial expressions along with dark and light colors in scenarios that will engage readers. Parents and teachers can use this as a tool for kids to stay the course, fight their fears and be up to the challenges that lay ahead and know they are not alone. The authors note in that back shares’ mindfulness techniques.
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