Courage

Name: Courage
Price: 17.99 USD
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ISBN: 9780618238552

By: Bernard Waber

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt / 2002 / Hardcover

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Product Description

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What is courage? Certainly it takes courage for a firefighter to rescue someone trapped in a burning building, but there are many other kinds of courage too. Everyday kinds that normal, ordinary people exhibit all the time, like "being the first to make up after an argument," or "going to bed without a nightlight." Bernard Waber explores the many varied kinds of courage and celebrates the moments, big and small, that bring out the hero in each of us. Ages 4-8.

Product Information

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Title: Courage
By: Bernard Waber
Format: Hardcover
Number of Pages: 32
Vendor: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Publication Date: 2002

Dimensions: 8.30 X 8.64 X .32 (inches)
Weight: 10 ounces
ISBN: 0618238557
ISBN-13: 9780618238552
Ages: 4-8
Stock No: WW238557

Publisher's Description

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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.

Author Bio

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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.

Editorial Reviews

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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

"…this [book] develops a timely topic in simple, sensitive ways."
"…this title may prove a valuable discussion starter, heavier on charm than on didacticism."
"Veteran author-illustrator Waber offers a simple book with his familiar combination of crayon-colored sweetness and agitated line."