Overview
We all have bravery inside us, but sometimes we need help for it to grow. Sometimes it can feel like our voice is loud and strong at home, but away from the house it struggles to come out. Worries about making friends or speaking up in class can creep up on everyone, but with the help of the people who care about us we can all can grow the confidence we need to brave in the incredible world outside. Bravery Grows explores childhood anxiety and selective mutism, demonstrating how adults can support children to build their brave muscles and encourage their brave voice to come out. It is ideal for kids aged 3+ who are working to overcome their fears. It also contains an adult guide providing more information about selective mutism, giving advice on how to use the book to aid discussion on this topic.
Full Product Details
Author: Dr Melissa Giglio ,
Daisy Geddes
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Edition: Illustrated edition
Dimensions:
Width: 21.40cm
, Height: 0.80cm
, Length: 21.40cm
Weight: 0.319kg
ISBN: 9781805011736
ISBN 10: 1805011731
Pages: 56
Publication Date: 21 May 2025
Recommended Age: From 3 to 7 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
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Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Not yet available
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Reviews
Through its engaging story, Bravery Grows not only helps young readers, it provides a valuable resource for parents. Through modeling co-regulation, and the validation of a child's feelings and experiences, parents of children who deal with anxiety will be empowered to help their child build skills and build the kind of relationship with them that fosters resilience. -- Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D., New York Times Bestselling co-author of The Whole-Brained Child & No-Drama Discipline, and The Way of Play Bravery Grows is a book that all therapists and caregivers should have on their shelves. Kids working on ""brave talking"" will love reading about how to practice and grow their brave muscles. -- Rachel Busman, PsyD, ABPP, Founder, Voices Rising and PAr-President of Selective Mutism Association
Author Information
Dr Melissa Ortega Giglio is a clinical psychologist specialising in the treatment of anxiety disorders and ADHD. She is director of a multidisciplinary clinic supporting children and families in Hong Kong and previously worked at the Child Mind Institute in New York. Dr Giglio is the creator and director of Confident Crew, an intensive therapy treatment program for SM and Social Anxiety Disorder, the only one of its kind available in Asia. She divides her time between Hong Kong and the USA. Daisy Geddes is an assistant psychologist and the associate director of the Selective Mutism programme at the Child Development Team in Hong Kong. She works closely with Dr Giglio to train clinicians, provide services and trainings in schools and support to families all over Asia. Daisy divides her time between Hong Kong and London. Ira Baykovska is a children's book illustrator based in Lviv, Ukraine. She has illustrated more than 20 children's books.
