Dare to Be Daring - by Chelsea Lin Wallace (Hardcover)

About the Book

From dentist visits to mysterious sounds, children realize their bravery knows no bounds.

Book Synopsis

From rising star Chelsea Lin Wallace and illustrator Lian Cho comes Dare to Be Daring, a rhyming, rollicking picture book read-aloud about facing your fears, big or small--perfect for fans of I Am Courage and Max the Brave.

Today I will dare to be daring.
You say this is pea and beef stew?
It's green and it's grimy.
It moved! And it's slimy!
"I did it! I ate something new!"

From tasting a new food to a trip to the dentist (or the basement!), this picture book is an invitation to be brave in the face of what feels scary. Big or small, fears can feel overwhelming. What if I say "hi" but my new friend doesn't say "hi" back? What if I get back on my bike and I fall again? What is that sound in the basement, anyway?!

Kids are courageous at heart, and every time they dare to be daring, they learn--with a little bit more certainty--that they are brave enough to try just about anything.

Review Quotes

***STARRED REVIEW***
"Addressing our fears has never been this fun...a robust read-aloud and an excellent primer on modeling courage and thoughtful behavior...A fiercely reassuring, wonderfully whimsical ode to courage in the face of uncertainty."

--Kirkus

"Lin Wallace's upbeat rhymes riff on the titular phrase to encourage bravery in the face of various experiences via this upbeat picture book. Relatable, motivating messaging seems sure to strengthen readers' resolve."--Kirkus Reviews

"The creators have come up with an excellent book for caregivers and children who are struggling with their fears, for discussion or as a guide to pushing through."--School Library Journal

About the Author

Chelsea Lin Wallace is a children's author, poet, and former elementary school teacher with a master's in education. She is the author of A Home Named Walter and Ode to a Bad Day, among other books for children. When she isn't busy writing for kids, she can be found cheering them on--coaching volleyball, directing musicals, and encouraging them through their ups and downs. Chelsea is scared of spiders, but she dares to save them with a sheet of paper and a cup when they are in her home. She lives in Los Angeles, California, with her husband, her daughter, Charlee, and her dog, Lucky. Lian Cho is the author and illustrator of many goofy books. She was born in Taiwan and spent her childhood among the sheep in New Zealand. Lian now works in Brooklyn and spends her days covered in paint and drinking tea. In her spare time, she likes to make funny comics for her newsletter and bake copious amounts of banana bread.