It's Brave to Be Kind - (Read-Together Storybook) by Natasha Daniels (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Explore the power of kindness together--a story and activity book for kids ages 5 to 7 and their families

Being kind and compassionate is an important skill for every kid to learn. But just like anything else, it takes some practice! This how-to-be-kind book for kids is a fun and colorful storybook to read as a family and discover that being kind also means being open, accepting, and brave.

What sets this book apart from other kindness books:

A story of kindness--Give kids a supportive role model in Alex, a young girl who meets a new classmate and discovers how important it is to be kind--especially when others aren't.

Questions and conversation--As you read along with your child, you'll find thoughtful questions that inspire both of you to talk about kindness and compassion and what they look like.

ABCs of kindness--Encourage kids to try out what they've learned with hands-on activities like writing a thank-you note, offering to help around the house, or creating a Kindness Jar.

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Review Quotes

"An excellent book for kids to learn the important skill of creating meaningful, long-lasting, and healthy relationships in their lives. Natasha Daniels does an amazing job sharing Alex's story, and through it, teaches readers skills, tips, and principles to learn to relate to others in an authentic, empathic, and caring way. This is a much-needed book, given all the political, social, and cultural circumstances we're living in; nothing better than teaching kids skills to thrive and grow in any social setting. A must-read for all kids and parents." -- Patricia E. Zurita Ona (Dr. Z.), PsyD, Author of the ACT Workbook for Teens with OCD

"My daughter and I read this lovely book together and we both just adored it. This is the kind of book every kid (and parent honestly!) needs to read. Kids don't get enough credit for being kind." -- Customer Review

"This book tells a very simple story about how to do good, even against adversity...The activities are basic, but get the point across that doing good can come in many forms and can involve strangers, but also members of your close family. Overall, a good book for the young ready that teaches an important life lesson." -- Customer Review

"This book tells the sweet story of Alex, who not only finds the beauty in our differences but also uses her inner strength and kindness to speak out against bullying. When parents and educators share this story, they're not only celebrating the message of kindness and compassion and the bravery needed to stand up to bullies, they're also giving ample opportunities to discuss tricky social situations our kids often face and empowering them to handle these situations with kindness, compassion, and bravery--just like Alex." -- Nicole Black, Founder of Coffee and Carpool: Raising Kind Kids and The Raising Kind Kids Movement

"We need this book now more than ever! Through a realistic story that children can understand and relate to, the amazing child therapist Natasha Daniels gives children the tools to embrace differences and display true kindness. A must-have for every child's bookshelf." -- Alisha Grogan, Creator of YourKidsTable.com and Pediatric Occupational Therapist

"What a fantastic, beautifully illustrated book about doing the brave thing - being kind to someone who is new & different. This book addresses kindness through the lens of emotional intelligence, mindfulness, empathy, acceptance, and bravery. The language is simple and therefore easy for preschool-aged kids to understand...I highly recommend it for all young kiddos & their families." -- Customer Review

About the Author

NATASHA DANIELS is a child anxiety and OCD therapist, and a mom to three kids. She's the author of How to Parent Your Anxious Toddler, Anxiety Sucks: A Teen Survival Guide, and Social Skills Activities for Kids. Natasha's also the creator of ATParentingSurvival.com, the host of AT Parenting Survival Podcast, and the creator of the YouTube channel Ask the Child Therapist.

ELA SMIETANKA is an illustrator from Poland. She graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow and works as a freelancer. Ela lives in Krakow with her husband, two sons, and a cat, and enjoys Nordic walking in the mountains.