The Virtue Project defines courage as “transforming fear into determination. Embracing life fully, without holding back, doing what must be done even when it is difficult or risky.” Having courage helps children to persevere when difficult or challenging things occur and lead to children who can make good choices when faced with difficult decisions. Modeling courage is a great way to teach kids to be brave, these engaging picture books show that courage can be as simple as jumping off the diving board and climbing a tree.
Pina
Written and Illustrated by Elif Yemenici
The virtue of courage is explored through Pina who is too timid to venture outside. With the help of familiar objects she is able to overcome her fear.
Teachable Moments: #courage #imagination #determination #amazingillustrations
Buy On AmazonJeremy Draws a Monster
Written and Illustrated by Peter McCarty
The virtue of courage is explored through Jeremy who is too timid to venture outside. He draws a monster who is such a nuisance it gives him the courage to leave his home.
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Buy On AmazonLottie and Walter
Written and Illustrated by Anna Walker
The virtue of courage is explored when Lottie has to overcome her fear of getting in the swimming pool.
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Buy On AmazonThe Dark
Written by Lemony Snicket
Illustrated by Jon Klassen
The virtue of courage is explored when Laszlo overcomes his fear of the dark.
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Buy On AmazonJabari Jumps
Written and Illustrated by Gaia Cornwall
The virtue of courage is explored when Jabari, with support from his dad, gathers the courage to jump off the diving board.
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Buy On AmazonThe Thing Lou Couldn’t Do
Written and Illustrated by Ashley Spires
The virtue of courage is explored when Lou gathers the courage to climb a tree.
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Written and Illustrated by Fendando Vilela
The virtue of courage is explored as siblings go back to their house during the wet season to rescue their turtle they had left behind.
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Buy On AmazonCan I Tell You a Secret?
Written by Anna Kang
Illustrated by Christopher Weyant
The virtue of courage is explored when a frog is ready to share his secret, he is scared to swim.
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Buy On AmazonA Brave Cat
Written and Illustrated by Marianna Coppo
The virtue of courage is explored when Olivia, an indoor cat, has to gather her courage to venture outside.
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Buy On AmazonA Little Bit of Courage
Written and Illustrated by Claire Alexander
The virtue of courage is explored when Little One is scared to go on a new adventure.
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Buy On AmazonBrave as Can Be: A Book of Courage
Written by Jo Witek
Illustrated by Christine Roussey
The virtue of courage is explored when a big sister explains to her little sister all the things she used to be afraid of and tricks that helped her get over her fear.
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Buy On AmazonDanbi Leads the School Parade
Written and Illustrated by Anna Kim
The virtue of courage is explored when Danbi has her first day at school in a new country with a new language.
Teachable Moments: #courage #determination #friendship #resilience
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