Ivan's Fear - by Ariel Andrés Almada (Hardcover)

About the Book

The sea, mist, loud noises... Ivan's afraid of everything! And with all those frights and shivers, his dreams of having great adventures and visiting far-away places seem more and more unlikely. But could an unexpected visitor help him overcome his deepest fears? Could an old African song change his life forever?

Ivan's Fear is an inspiring tale about the bravery we need in order to live our lives with joy and happiness. It is a journey to the very center of our hearts, which will give us the courage and bravery to face up to any obstacle that stands in our way.

Guided Reading Level: O, Lexile Level: 810L

Book Synopsis

Winner at the 2014 International Latino Book Awards. Little Ivan has so many fears that he has forgotten to dream. An encouraging story that will kindle the strength to overcome our fears.

The sea, mist, loud noises... Ivan's afraid of everything! There are times when he dreams about having great adventures and visiting far-away lands, Ivan knew that it would be impossible for him. You see, Ivan's secret is that, ever since he was little, he had always been frightened of things. And with all those frights and shivers, his dreams of having great adventures and visiting faraway places seem more and more unlikely.

One afternoon in August, on Ivan's seventh birthday, an unexpected visitor arrived at his house. It was his Uncle Harry, who had returned from one of his long journeys around Africa and had come to wish Ivan a happy birthday. Could an unexpected visitor help him overcome his deepest fears? Could an old African song change his life forever?

Review Quotes

"This picture book shows us that the strength necessary to face any obstacle is inside us. The artwork by the artist Cha Coco, in ocher tones with red details predominate, is at the same time full of strength and tenderness." --Apogeoyliteratura

About the Author

Ariel Andrés Almada is an Argentine award-winning writer of children's stories. His books have travelled the world and have been translated into multiple languages, such as Chinese, English, German, Estonian and Italian. Almada has received numerous international awards for Best Children's Fiction Book. Cuento de Luz has published his following books: Walking in a World of Aromas, The Lighthouse of Souls, The Fear of Ivan and the whole award-winning book collection 'Family Love'. He currently resides in León (Spain).

Cha Coco, born and living in China, is an award-winning illustrator and has published several children picture books.