I Am Courage: A Book of Resilience
I Am... Series
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Encourage kids to find their inner strength with this companion to the New York Times bestsellers I Am Human and I Am Love! I move ahead one breath at a time. I act with bravery. I am courage. When we picture someone brave, we might think they're fearless, but real courage comes from feeling scared and facing what challenges us anyway. When our minds tell us 'I can't,' we can look inside ourselves and find the strength to say, 'Yes, I CAN!' From the New York Times bestselling team behind the I Am series comes a triumphant celebration of everyday courage: believing in ourselves, speaking out, trying new things, asking for help, and getting back up no matter how many times we may fall. Grounded in mindfulness and awareness, I Am Courage is an empowering reminder that we can conquer anything. Inside, you'll also find exercises to inspire confidence.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What does being courageous mean to you after reading this book?
Can you recall a time when you felt like the characters and had to use resilience?
How do you think the character's feelings changed from the beginning to the end of the book?
What are some ways you can show courage in your daily life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use personal stories about when you've had to be courageous to kickstart the conversation.
Praise your child's insights and relate them back to key moments in the story to deepen understanding.
Encourage your child to express feelings about the book through drawing or other creative activities inspired by the story.
Discuss the importance of resilience and ask how they might use courage to handle challenges in their own life.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Resilience in the face of challenges
Explanation: The book encourages children to find inner strength and keep trying, even when things are tough.
Real-World Application: Children learn to persist through difficulties like trying new activities or overcoming academic challenges.
Example Lesson: Self-identity and confidence
Explanation: The protagonist's journey supports the development of a strong self-image and confidence in one's own abilities.
Real-World Application: This can help children feel confident in expressing themselves and standing up for what they believe in, in both school and social situations.
Example Lesson: Empathy and understanding
Explanation: The story highlights the importance of understanding others' struggles and offering support.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by showing compassion and support to their friends and family members who are facing challenges.
Example Lesson: The power of positive thinking
Explanation: The narrative promotes a positive mindset and shows how it can lead to overcoming adversity.
Real-World Application: This lesson encourages children to approach problems with a positive outlook, which can enhance their ability to navigate everyday obstacles.
Example Lesson: Courage to face fears
Explanation: It teaches children that it’s okay to feel scared and that facing fears is a part of growth.
Real-World Application: Helpful for children when trying new things or dealing with unsettling changes like moving to a new school or city.