I am Courage
Author: Susan Verde
Illustrator: Peter H. Reynolds
Overview:
Students will discover what courage and resilience mean through the story I Am Courage by Susan Verde. Through reading, discussions, and hands-on activities, children learn that being brave means trying again even when things are hard. They will reflect on their own experiences with courage and create a “Bravery Badge” to celebrate their strength.
Standard:
Literacy:
110.2(b)(2)(A): Child actively engages in read-alouds and discussions.
110.2(b)(3)(B): Child asks and answers questions about text.
110.2(b)(4)(A): Child identifies and discusses feelings in stories.
Social-Emotional Development:
126.4(c)(10)(B): Child identifies and expresses feelings appropriately.
126.4(c)(10)(C): Child demonstrates confidence in new situations.
126.4(c)(10)(D): Child persists when facing challenges.