Olivia the Brave: A Children's Book on Anxiety and Worry

Those who love Guts and Smile will love Olivia the Brave for their younger readers.

In this heartwarming children's book about anxiety, Olivia wants to join her friends and older brother in fun activities, like going to sleepovers and feeding the giraffes at the zoo. But every time she tries, her tummy fills with worries, and her hands get all sweaty.

Olivia has been getting a lot of tummy aches lately, which feel like a swarm of butterflies. She has also been feeling nervous and a tiny bit sad.

It isn't only giant giraffes that make her belly feel funny, either. Sometimes those tricky tummy aches sneak up when she is at school, and she is scared she might get sick in front of her friends. . .

When Olivia's mom takes her to see Dr. Lemon, a child therapist, Olivia learns all about anxiety—and with Dr. Lemon's guidance, Olivia starts to understand her feelings and build the confidence to try new things.

In this self-worth book for children, readers will learn,

• It's okay to feel nervous or anxious—everyone experiences these feelings sometimes.
• Understanding and managing emotions is a skill that can be learned.
• Bravery isn't about being fearless; it's about facing challenges despite fear.
• Support from family, friends, and trusted adults can make a huge difference in handling anxiety.

Through Olivia's journey, young readers will learn valuable techniques for managing their own worries, showing them that true bravery comes from believing in themselves and taking things one step at a time.

Olivia the Brave is the perfect gift for children with anxiety and for fans of Guts and Smile and Inside Out.