August 13, 2026

A Book About Being Brave for Every Kid in the House

A brave book for every kid in the house.

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These are the books featured in this post — tap any cover to find it on Amazon.

Odell the Fearless Octopus

by Charlotte Christie

Twenty pages, board book thick, built for hands that are not gentle yet. Odell is small and he goes out anyway.

Cover of Evergreen

Evergreen

by Matthew Cordell

A meek little squirrel crosses the whole forest alone to carry soup to someone who is sick. She is frightened the entire way, which is exactly what makes her brave. Ages 4 to 8.

Cover of Bravepaw and the Heartstone of Alluria

Bravepaw and the Heartstone of Alluria

by L.M. Wilkinson

A cozy illustrated fantasy quest built for the reader in the middle. Big text, illustrations all the way through, and callouts breaking up the page. Ages 7 to 10.

Cover of Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes

Peter Nimble and His Fantastic Eyes

by Jonathan Auxier

A blind orphan thief, a set of magical eyes, and a kingdom that needs him. Everyone in this one has to learn to be brave, and Sir Tode most of all. Ages 9 to 13.

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