Courage

by Bernard Waber

Overview

Bernard Waber, creator of the beloved Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, explores many different kinds of courage in this look at the moments, big and small, that bring out bravery in each of us. 

There are many kinds of courage. Awesome kinds. And everyday kinds.

Highlighting both the big and seemingly small actions of ordinary people—like being the first to make up after an argument or going to bed without a nightlight—Courage is the perfect read for anyone who needs a boost of confidence. With gentleness and humor, Bernard Waber presents an ideal read for milestones like graduation or starting school, or for gently responding to world events that feel overwhelming or scary. In moments that require resilience and compassion, Courage is an empowering balm for the spirit.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780547740584
Publisher:	HarperCollins
Publication date:	10/28/2002
Sold by:	HARPERCOLLINS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	32
File size:	44 MB
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Age Range:	4 - 7 Years

About the Author

Bernard Waber was the beloved author-illustrator of more than thirty picture books, including Courage, Ira Sleeps Over, and Do You See a Mouse? With the publication of The House on East 88th Street in 1962, his Lyle, Lyle Crocodile series of books became a mainstay of children's literature and was adapted for both stage and screen. A Literary Landmark plaque commemorating the adventures of this endearing New York City reptile can now be found on East 88th Street. bernardwaber.com.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

In this poignant yet entertaining volume, versatile author and artist Waber takes a look at the various ways in which kids, the occasional grown-up and one endearing canine display bravery.
Publishers Weekly, Starred

“…this [book] develops a timely topic in simple, sensitive ways.” Kirkus Reviews

“…this title may prove a valuable discussion starter, heavier on charm than on didacticism.” The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

“Veteran author-illustrator Waber offers a simple book with his familiar combination of crayon-colored sweetness and agitated line.” Booklist, ALA

Editorial Reviews

Veteran Waber moves from the stridency of Fast Food! Gulp! Gulp! (2001) to a more reflective tally of everyday situations that require courage. His clearest examples range from specific challenges, such as "Courage is riding your bicycle for the first time without training wheels," to such general experiences as trying new foods, breaking bad habits, or "holding on to your dream." Too often, however, he wanders confusingly afield; readers may wonder, for example, what's courageous about admiring but not picking flowers, or "not peeking at the last pages of your whodunit." Wobbly-lined cartoons add touches of humor, while clearing up some of the more elliptical references in the one-liner captions. More suitable for a discussion starter than independent reading, this develops a timely topic in simple, sensitive ways. (Picture book. 5-7)

Kirkus Reviews

In this poignant yet entertaining volume, versatile author and artist Waber takes a look at the various ways in which kids, the occasional grown-up and one endearing canine display bravery. — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“…this [book] develops a timely topic in simple, sensitive ways.” — Kirkus Reviews

“…this title may prove a valuable discussion starter, heavier on charm than on didacticism.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

“Veteran author-illustrator Waber offers a simple book with his familiar combination of crayon-colored sweetness and agitated line.” Booklist, ALA — Booklist

From the Publisher