Books That Build Courage
These memorable picture books inspire self-confidence and reinforce a can-do spirit through humor and honesty.
Beware of the Storybook Wolves by Lauren Child
What if the scary characters in a bedtime book came alive? Learn more.
Brave Horace by Holly Keller
A young leopard dreads a monster-movie party until he meets a friend who's even more scared than he is.
Courage by Bernard Waber
Consider all the ways to be brave — from taking off the training wheels to making up after an argument.
Eli's Night Light by Liz Rosenberg
Help cope with fears of the dark with a reassuring bedtime story.
How Do Dinosaurs Get Well Soon? by Jane Yolen
They listen to the doctor, of course. Gain the confidence to do so too! Learn more.
I'm Gonna Like Me: Letting Off a Little Self-Esteem by Jamie Lee Curtis
Filled with zany rhymes and pictures, this book shows how to hold your head up high from the time you wake up to the time you're tucked in.
The Little Engine That Could by Watty Piper
An inspiring tale of a train, some toys, and the power of positive thinking. Learn more.
Little Owl by Piers Harper
Have faith in your flight in this fuzzy picture book.
Little Polar Bear and the Brave Little Hare by Hans de Beer
Two snowy friends strengthen their friendship as they battle the elements.
Little Quack by Lauren Thompson
After all his brothers and sisters have joined mom in the pond, Little Quack must summon all his courage to dive in.
Pepito the Brave by Scott Beck
Meet a lovable bird with a big problem: he's afraid of heights!
The Princess Knight by Cornelia Funke
See how a skilled princess avoids an unwanted marriage and makes a name for herself in the kingdom. Learn more.
The Recess Queen by Alexis O'Neill
Behold the change in recess rules when a new girl stands up to Mean Jean. Learn more.
The Scared Little Bear by Keith Faulkner
With entertaining pop-ups, this book shows what's really causing those eerie nighttime sounds.
Scared Silly!: A Book for the Brave edited by Marc Brown
This illustrated collection of spooky stories, poems, and riddles from favorite authors will help scale fears down to size.
Sheila Rae, the Brave by Kevin Henkes
When the fearless Sheila Rae gets lost, her "scaredy-cat" sister shows her a thing or two about bravery and sibling love. Learn more.
The Story of Ruby Bridges by Robert Coles
Witness one of history's most courageous kids as she enters a New Orleans school as the only African-American child. Learn more.
Stuart's Cape by Sara Pennypacker
What can take a world-class worrier's mind off his problems? How about a magic cape! Learn more.
You Are Special, Little One by Nancy Tafuri
Listen to mother and father lions, prairie dogs, and humans tell their children why they are special. Learn more.
And one book for parents . . .
The Secure Child: Helping Children Feel Safe and Confident in a Changing World by Stanley I. Greenspan
This guide features advice on helping your child cope with everything from world events to common fears.
11/21/06
