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When Welles Crowther was a young boy in Nyack, NY, his father gave him a red handkerchief to keep in his back pocket, in case he ever needed it. He kept it with him on the way to church that day and nearly every day after. It was a fixture as he grew up, tucked in jeans or wrapped around his head as he played lacrosse for Boston College. The bandanna was a signature, long before it became a symbol. Welles was like a lot of us, if just a bit better...
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Introduces 16 fictional children, named in alphabetical order, along with something each fears. In a twist on your typical alphabet book, The Little Book of Big Fears skips several letters along the way. An endnote suggests that looking to these letters which spell GUTSY and BRAVE will help children face their own fears.
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"Illustrated with stunning cut paper art, these seven poetic vignettes capture true stories of courage, hope, and resilience from around the world. In Imagine A Garden, award-winning children's author Rina Singh shares seven real-life stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things for their communities amidst war, poverty, and violence. With vivid, textured images from celebrated Iranian illustrator Hoda Hadadi, this powerful picture book is:...
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A powerful collection of essays from actors, activists, athletes, politicians, musicians, writers, and teens, each writing about a time in their youth when they were held back because of their race, gender, or sexual identity-- but persisted. Among others: actress Alia Shawkat was told she was too "ethnic" for parts. Former NFL player Wade Davis bullied other gay classmates in an attempt to hide his own sexuality. Holocaust survivor Fanny Starr tells...
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"Through various examples, children learn about courage and how to apply it to everyday life. At school, on the playground, and even at home, various situations are presented which teach readers about the importance of courage"--
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Saga two the iron chaos volume Book 5
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"To little Fiona, her forts are the fantastical cottages and castles of her imagination. But to the children at the park, her piles of sticks don't look like much. As the Toke-A-Toke weather starts making Fiona's life difficult, she finds it harder and harder to persevere in her building. Follow Fiona as she learns about the importance of perseverance, and then explore this topic with your family through the activities in the BRAVE Challenge at the...
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"Introducing an ingenious book that encourages kids to overcome their fears, discover their creativity and passion, and understand and manage their emotions. How, in other words, to be a dragon and recognize their own special magic. Written for readers ages eight and up, Be the Dragon promotes social and emotional learning through the wild fun of dragons, creatures that embody enchantment, power, and individuality. It's a novel way to help build kids'...
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"What happens at a funeral or memorial service? These are sometimes held in a church or temple so that the person can be remembered for their life. While many people at the service will be sad and it may seem scary, one way to say good bye at a funeral is to think about the happy times you may have had with the person who is gone. Did they make you laugh or feel loved? Discover what to expect at a funeral so you will be brave"--
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Sometimes all it takes to make a difference is a single person willing to risk their lives and take a stand. This inspiring collection of biographies tells you the stories of some of the most amazing heroes of World War II. From Anne Frank to Oskar Schindler to our forgotten African allies, these soldiers, spies, and freedom fighters helped change the world and save millions of lives. What will you learn from their stories of selflessness and bravery?...
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"When Alexi Pappas was four years old, her mother committed suicide, drastically altering the course of Pappas's life and setting her on a perpetual search for female role models. When her father started signing her up for sports teams as a way to keep his bereaved daughter busy, female athletes became some of the first women Pappas looked up to, and she became a girl with a goal: to be an Olympian. Despite setbacks and hardships, Pappas held fast...
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This delightful picture book from Ashley Spires, bestselling author of The Most Magnificent Thing, perfectly depicts what children go through when confronted with something difficult. With humor and endearing artwork, Spires sensitively portrays Lou procrastinating, making excuses, imagining alternatives and denying she cares. Ultimately, Lou faces her fear, and although she fails, the effort empowers her, encouraging a growth mindset. All the while,...