FICTION

Brave

by Stacy MCANULTY
illus. by Joanne Lew-Vriethoff. 32p. Running Pr. Oct. 2017. Tr $16.99. ISBN 9780762457823.
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PreS-Gr 2—When one thinks of the word "superhero," it is typically in reference to a fictional character from a comic book. Brave proves that anybody can be a superhero, even children. Superheroes display courage simply by checking under the bed at night. They show bravery by rescuing the local kitten. McAnulty uses everyday kids and everyday situations to show readers that they are capable of extraordinary things. The text is simple yet effective enough to leave a lasting impression. The cartoon illustrations are bold and bright and feature an array of diverse children as characters. A majority of young readers will be able to see themselves represented in the book, leaving them inspired to see the bravery in their own day-to-day decisions.
VERDICT This heartwarming, affirming book is a must-have for most library collections. Great for one-on-one and small group sharing.
Reviewed by Jennifer Bludau, La Grange Independent School District, TX , Nov 01, 2017

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