Books About Courage & Being Brave for 3–5 Year Olds

20 books about courage for 3–5 year olds, picked from the 44 books about courage in our review library. Brave rarely means fearless — these stories show courage as doing the thing anyway. Every pick links to our full review, with age fit and where to buy.

Batman Is Brave, and So Are You! (DC Super Heroes) by Benjamin Bird

Benjamin Bird

As a young boy prepares for the daunting challenge of Sharing Day, Batman works to thwart a villainous scheme in two parallel journeys that show bravery isn't about feeling unafraid, but keeping calm and preserving in the face of fear--no matter how big or small.

Bold Stories For Brave Boys A Motivational Book for Kids about

Hayden Fox

Unlock His Inner Hero: Empower Your Boy with Stories That Build Confidence, Kindness, and a Love for Adventure! Every boy dreams of going on thrilling adventures, facing challenges head-on, and making a difference in the world. But as he grows, he'll also encounter real-life hurdles-whether it's for

Be Brave Little One An Inspiring Book About Courage For Babies, Baby

Marianne Richmond

From the author of If I Could Keep You Little comes Be Brave Little One, which honors and celebrates the power of courage in every child. Perfect for cheering someone on, this story affirms how bravery can show up in all different ways When I look at you, shining bright as the sun, I wish for you th

I Am Brave When Im Scared A gentle picture book to help kids face

Daniel Hayes

A gentle story that helps kids face fear - and discover their inner bravery. Sometimes, scary feelings come without warning - at bedtime, at school, or in new places. I Am Brave When I'm Scared is a warm and encouraging picture book that gently teaches children ages 4-8 how to recognize fear, take d

Brave Like Esther A Purim Story

Rebecca Gardyn Levington

This fresh and fun picture book modernizes the story of Queen Esther that is recited each year during the joyous Jewish holiday of Purim. While many traditional stories emphasize Esther's "extraordinary" bravery, this humorous and inspiring retelling focuses on Esther as a regular girl with lots of

When You Are Brave

Pat Zietlow Miller

An inspiring picture book affirmation about having courage even in difficult times, because some days, when everything around you seems scary, you have to be brave. Saying goodbye to neighbors. Worrying about new friends. Passing through a big city. Seeing a dark road ahead. In these moments, a youn

Lola The Bracelet Of Courage (Ocean Tales Childrens Books)

Sarah Cullen

"Lola the mermaid seems so brave and courageous... but she was not always that way. She used to feel timid and out of place, so her dad gave her a special gift, a bracelet of courage. One day whilst out on an adventure, Lola loses her bracelet and as the tides start to turn, she must find a new way

My Brave Book (My Feelings) by Honor Head

Honor Head

Learning how to be brave helps your child to build self-esteem, resilience and self-confidence. My Brave Book explains to children what being brave means, and how they can overcome their fears. When they are young many children do not have the language to express how they feel when faced with a diff

Bryson the Brave Bison Finding the Courage to Face the Storm

Nate Davenport

Bryson, a young bison, shows his herd how to get through a storm with a little bravery and some self-confidence.

Sunny the Brave Seahorse A Heartfelt Tale of Courage Beneath

Mary Omit

Bravery Book about Overcoming Shyness and Asking for Help The bashful Little Seahorse discovers a mysterious object during his adventures and has to learn to speak up for himself and ask for help in order to bring his mother this amazing gift. In the process, he increases his self-confidence and mak

Feeling Brave (Beginning-to-read Big Feelings) by Mary Lindeen

Mary Lindeen

Everyone has times when they feel brave. Knowing how to recognize when we feel brave is an important tool in self-acceptance. Learn ways in which we can understand ourselves and our friends in this nonfiction Beginning-to-Read book about feeling brave. An early social and emotional learning book tha

Luna the Lost Little Lioness A Courageous Jungle Tale for Brave

Ratnarakshak Gajbhiye

Luna the Little Lioness is a heartwarming, beautifully illustrated story about a young lioness who discovers that true courage comes from within. Luna may have a small roar, but she has a big heart-and when a friend is in need, she proves that bravery isn't about being the loudest or the biggest. Pe

Lucy Learns to Be Brave A Lesson in Courage

Sissy Goff

"Lots of things scared Lucy . . . car rides . . . bigger dogs . . . even hiccups. When someone hiccupped near her, she would try to climb on her mom's head, thinking she would be safe up there. It didn't help." Lucy is a small dog with big fears. Her fears try to trick her into believing things that

Bee-ing Brave A Childrens Picture Book About Bravery, Courage

Stuart Gudgeon

Includes a 'Certificate of Bravery' to really boost your childs confidence

Courageous Conner (Kindness to Animals Series) by Heather Leughmyer

Heather Leughmyer

Little Conner was born on the 3rd day of June, to a proud mama cow, one warm afternoon. His mom gently cleaned him, as a good mother would, then he wiggled and wobbled, until finally he stood.She gave him soft kisses on his velvety head, then faintly he mooed; Conner now needed fed. He found mama¿s

Brave As Can Be A Book of Courage (Growing Hearts)

Jo Witek

From the author and illustrator of the bestselling In My Heart The life of a toddler can be full of frightening things: the dark, the neighbor's dog, and thunderstorms, just to name a few. As children get older, they begin to feel braver around these everyday events, but how do they build this newfo

Sheila Rae, the Brave (1 Hardcover/1 CD) by Kevin Henkes

Kevin Henkes

This charming picture book with accompanying audio CD offers a gentle exploration of courage through the story of a confident mouse who believes she's afraid of nothing. Kevin Henkes masterfully capt...

I Can Overcome Bullying A Children’s Book About Confidence, Bravery

Clara Harper

Shame Is My Monster is a gentle and empowering picture book that helps children understand shame, normalize embarrassment, and build emotional resilience. With warm storytelling and imaginative visuals, this book gives young readers practical tools to manage big feelings, speak kindly to themselves,

Just Ask! Be Different, Be Brave, Be You

Sonia Sotomayor

Justice Sonia Sotomayor and award-winning artist Rafael Lopez create a kind and caring book about the differences that make each of us unique. A #1 New York Times bestseller! Winner of the Schneider Family Book Award! Feeling different, especially as a kid, can be tough. But in the same way that dif

Lumi the Hedgehog & Her Colorful Courage A story of inclusion and resilience

Rebecca Delaney Johnson

Shine Bright is a playful tale about the self-conflict we are often faced with when growing up. Fear of change, fear of the unknown, fear of being different. Ann is a soon- to- be mother, excited about her new journey. Although when one of her beloved frog eggs decides to stop growing (or does it?)