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Stuart's Cape

by Sara Pennypacker Illustrated by Martin Matje

Stuart's got problems. It's raining. He's bored. And worst of all, he's new in town, so he's got a lot to worry about. But what does a kid like Stuart need in order to have an adventure...and to stop worrying? A cape, of course!

Sheila Rae, the Brave

by Kevin Henkes

Big sister Sheila Rae is not afraid of anything — not thunder, not lightning, not even the big black dog at the end of the block. She growls at stray dogs, and bares her teeth at stray cats. She's not even afraid of the most frightening things she can imagine, and she has quite an imagination!

The Princess Knight

by Cornelia Funke Illustrated by Kerstin Meyer

Violet is a young princess who wishes she could show the world that she is just as brave and strong as her brothers. But her strict father insists that she get married, and her brothers only mock her when she wants to be included in their fun.

Little Polar Bear and the Brave Little Hare

Series: Little Polar Bear

by Hans de Beer

When Lars rescues Hugo, a timid little hare, from a deep hole, the two become fast friends. They have a wonderful time together, racing, sharing a picnic, snuggling together for warmth when they are caught in a storm. And before their adventure is over, Hugo gets to show his own courage by getting Lars out of trouble.

Jack and the Beanstalk

by Matt Faulkner

The timeless story of Jack's visit to the giant's kingdom, beautifully illustrated and gracefully retold.

Beware of the Storybook Wolves

by Lauren Child

Herbie loves being read his nightly wolf storybooks — provided his mother removes them from his room before turning off the lights. When mom forgets to take out the books and wolves appear in his room, Herbie must summon his favorite fairy tale characters to help.