Brave Bird - by Judy Jamison (Paperback)

About the Book

Little Bird's journey to find her courage to fly gives children and adults alike a template to navigate past fear.

Book Synopsis

Little Bird became Brave Bird when she found the courage to fly. We all experience anxiety, fear, and insecurities. Brave Bird shows the way to overcome those feelings. Have you ever been a "Brave Bird"? Share your story at judyjamison.com

Review Quotes

"Brave Bird is the book I wish had been published as my own children began to first exhibit signs of anxiety. This beautifully illustrated book gives developmentally appropriate language for children as it labels all the ways that worry can manifest itself. While at the same time, Brave Bird offers readers practical strategies in overcoming fear, honoring their feelings, and finding ways to push beyond them. This will be a book that I will have in my home and school libraries."

-Sarah Jewell Leonard, MEd

early childhood educator, University of New Hampshire

Child Study & Development Center,

mother of three children

"This exquisitely illustrated and beautifully written book will introduce and support children in so many ways to better understand the value and need of being brave. To recognize fear and address it is such a valuable skill for all of us. Everyone could use encouragement from Brave Bird. Thank you, Judy"

-Sherri Rose, MSN, PNP, FNP, HPN

"A heartwarming story of courage, facing your fears, and realizing you are not alone. Brave Bird demonstrates how we can feel empowered when harnessing support by asking for help and seeking the advice of others. A welcome read for anyone who is struggling in their life's journey both young and old."

-Sandy Berge, early childhood teacher and mentor,

University of New Hampshire

Child Study & Development Center

"This is a lovely story of connection, support, and encouragement for anyone about to face the challenges of the unknown."

-Sandy Ganey, MA

certified child life specialist,

St. Louis Children's Hospital

"This is a story about a Mama Bird and her three nestlings. The nestlings are ready to fly, but one is anxious. A helpful bee, a squirrel, the sun, the wind, and a tree encourage the nestling to become a fledgling. Written in clear and simple language, the book effectively expresses the concepts of fear, insecurity, courage, and bravery. And the storytelling is enhanced by Yasemin Arkun's beautiful watercolor illustrations. I loved Judy Jamison's book and recommend it to everyone."

-Barbara H. Dunn, PhD, RN, PNP,

amateur wildlife photographer,

bluebird lover!

"Brave Bird is a beautiful, tender book that shows that being brave doesn't mean never being fearful or worried. It will encourage children and adults as they look for paths forward in life, in both small and large ways."

-Anna Whiston-Donaldson,

NYT bestselling author of

Rare Bird: A Memoir of Loss and Love

and A Hug from Heaven