Vera La Valiente Is Scared
by Ana Siqueira and Teresa Martinez
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Pub Date Aug 12 2025 | Archive Date Not set
Broadleaf Books | Beaming Books
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Description
*Published by our sister imprint, Beaming Books
A hilarious story about what it really means to be brave.
Meet Vera the Brave--La Valiente! She dives like a dolphin, climbs like a mountain goat, and defends her amigos like un león. But she trembles when she hears her teacher say, "We're going to Rocking Roller Coasters!" Oh no! Vera tries to convince the teacher her plan is not the best, but Ms. Rodríguez does not change her mind about the field trip. Now if Vera can't face her fears, everyone will discover she's not that brave after all! But what if being brave is much more than she expected?
Vera La Valiente Is Scared redefines what it means to be brave. It's okay to show your feelings and fears! And maybe, with some help, you can even face some of them.
Includes some Spanish vocabulary words!
Advance Praise
"A relatable story with wide appeal about bravery and emotional honesty."
—School Library Journal
"A relatable story with wide appeal about bravery and emotional honesty."
—School Library Journal
Marketing Plan
Review copies and publicity pitches to trade reviewers and children's media
Marketing promotion during Hispanic Heritage Month
Outreach to children's book influencers
Author appearances in Greater Tampa area bookstores and libraries
Award submissions
Available Editions
| EDITION | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9781506499185 |
| PRICE | $18.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 32 |
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Featured Reviews
Shannon K, Reviewer
This is such an amazing book! I always appreciate books that teach kids how to manage their fears, but this book took a bit of a different approach that made this book feel fresh and new. Rollercoasters are a very common fear, and I really liked that the author chose that as a central point of this story because it allows readers to relate to Vera. Additionally, the way the author concluded the story was phenomenal! It really helps readers see that sharing your fears can help you understand those around you, but also assists you in moving forward and managing said fears. Lastly, the illustrator conveyed emotion in the most perfect way, which was crucial to the story. I have absolutely nothing bad to say about this book, so bravo!!
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