Brave Every Day by Patrice Barton, Trudy Ludwig
Published by Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers on June 28, 2022
ISBN: 0593306376
Pages: 40
Genres: Realistic Fiction
Format: Picture Book Fiction
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It isn’t easy being brave, especially when you are always surrounded by worries. Camila is always worrying. Whether it be school, home, or outside playing, Camila’s anxiety constantly gets in the way. She doesn’t think of herself as being brave however, when she unexpectedly encounters another worrying classmate during an aquarium field trip, Camila pushes herself to find the bravery inside her to help her friend. From the creators of The Invisible Boy, this book addresses the anxiety that many children encounter throughout their daily lives. The digitally-painted pencil sketch illustrations show a diversity of children and the end includes discussion questions and related books. A nice selection to help young readers in grades K-1 learn about the anxiety they and/or their peers may be experiencing.

Reviewed by Regan Parker, Buxton Center Elementary School/MSAD 6