I would suggest continuing this breathing exercise for 1-2 minutes. The book describes a simple exercise, with children standing and raising their hands while they inhale to a slow count to five and then lowering their hands slowly while they exhale to a slow count to five. The discussion about fear could precede reading the book, saying here is one story about someone who was afraid – let’s see what he did.Īfter reading the book, teachers or librarians could practice pranayama – special breathing as Diante calls it – with the class. What did they do when they felt afraid? Did they have someone they could tell? How might a teacher or librarian use your book in the classroom?īecause Brave in the Waterconcerns facing fears, a class conversation might begin (if the space feels safe) to talk with children about whether they have ever felt afraid, and what they felt afraid of. One method to overcome fear of the unknown is to watch your breathing, like Diante does. Being afraid when facing a new activity is normal. Fear of water is common, but you can overcome it. What do you hope your young readers will take away from your book?Īre you afraid to put your face in the water? If you are, you aren’t alone. He’s not afraid to hang upside down, though, and he’s surprised to learn that his grandma is. Can Diante help Grandma and become brave in the water? But he is afraid to put his face in the water.
In Brave in the Water the reader meets Diante who would like to play in the swimming pool with other children.
Spanish-language version Valiente en el Agua, translated by Cecilia Populus-Eudave. Plus, she’s got some way cool ideas and tools for helping you use this book with your students!īrave in the Water by Stephanie Wildman, illustrated by Jenni Feidler-Aguilar. I adore Stephanie’s book–it teaches an effective breathing tool for overcoming fear and being brave! In this way, it’s a book that will appeal to anyone who has experienced fear. We met online in 12 x 12 and are part of a debut author’s group, New Books for Kids. I am delighted to have Stephanie on my blog.
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