by Emma Davis | Aug 17, 2026
Invite students to reflect on how the character learns that being shy does not mean they cannot participate or be brave. Explain that everyone experiences moments of uncertainty, and those moments do not define who they are. Provide each student with the sentence...
by Emma Davis | Aug 17, 2026
Working in small groups, students receive different classroom scenarios. Examples: A new student arrives. Someone is sitting alone. A classmate is nervous before presenting. A child doesn’t know anyone at recess. Someone is afraid to answer a question. Students...
by Emma Davis | Aug 17, 2026
Explain that everyone experiences situations that feel challenging. Students create an individual Brave Plan using the following organizer: When I feel shy … I notice … I can remind myself … I can ask ________ for help. One strategy I will try is … Afterward, I will...
by Emma Davis | Aug 17, 2026
Create a large timeline across the board. As the story progresses, students place picture cards or sticky notes showing how the child’s feelings change. Possible sequence: Feeling uncertain Feeling nervous Taking a deep breath Trying something new Feeling proud Still...
by Emma Davis | Aug 17, 2026
Throughout the story, identify every strategy the child uses to cope with shyness. Record each strategy on a paper “tool.” Examples include: Going slowly Remembering good memories Taking a short break Asking a buddy for help Practicing first Trying even when feeling...
