Brave Dave

About this book

Dave the bear lives in the shadow of his brother, Clarence. Clarence is tall, handsome, bold, and brave. Dave… isn't. Dave wonders if he’ll ever live up to his brother's example, until he finds a special talent that's all his own.

“To know that you’re different, but be who you are...

Have the courage to say it out loud,

To go out and find what can make your heart sing...

Oh Dave, nothing could make me more proud!”

Brave Dave is the empowering story of bear named Dave, who discovers the importance of simply being himself!

From the creators of the international bestseller and much-loved classic Giraffes Can't Dance, Brave Dave will have young readers jumping with joy as they discover the courage to embrace who they are, with lots of laughs and smiles along the way.

Reviews

"Brilliantly hued illustrations capture a forest tale of self-acceptance and bravery... useful for launching a discussion about going beyond mere acceptance and tolerance to true celebration and appreciation of the diversity in our world." -- School Library Journal

Praise for Giraffes Can't Dance:

"Full-page color illustrations done in pen and ink and watercolor are bold and warm. Characters are whimsical and expressive." -- School Library Journal

"[Parker-Rees's] artwork exudes a fun, party vibe." -- Publishers Weekly

"Shows insecure young readers that everyone can be wonderful, even those that march to the beat of a different cricket." -- Amazon.com