Brave Like Mom
Brave Like Mom by Monica Acker, published by Augsburg Fortress Publishers in 2022, is a 32-page children’s book that explores the themes of family and health through the eyes of a young girl. As she observes her mother battling illness, the girl witnesses her mom’s strength and bravery during both challenging and uplifting moments. This narrative highlights the complexities of living with a chronic illness while emphasizing the importance of resilience and courage.
Readers will find a poignant story that illustrates how bravery manifests in various forms, even amidst fear and uncertainty. The book addresses social themes related to emotions and feelings, providing a sensitive perspective on the impact of illness within a family. Through her experiences, the girl learns that she too can embody bravery, making this a thoughtful exploration of familial love and support in the face of adversity.
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As one girl watches her mom battle illness, she sees Mom being strong, brave, and fierce on both good days and bad ones. Mom is fierce as she catches and wrestles a fish and brave as she endures needles from the doctor. The girl wants to be brave like Mom! As she worries about her mom’s health, the girl realizes that bravery comes in many forms and that she can be brave too.
A poignant and sensitive story about a loved one living with a chronic illness, and an important lesson about how being brave doesn’t mean you aren’t scared.
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