The Courage to Include & Persevere

Stories that show what bravery looks like in real life.

This WonderBundle™ features three powerful picture books that show how courage isn’t always loud—but it’s always needed. From icy perseverance to quiet inclusion, these stories help children understand courage as something steady, thoughtful, and loving.

📚 What’s Inside:

🧣 Brave Irene by William Steig

A timeless story of perseverance and love. Irene pushes through a snowstorm to complete a task that matters.

Virtues: Fortitude, Charity, Grit

👦 The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig

Brian feels unseen—until one act of kindness changes everything. A tender, powerful story about inclusion and quiet bravery.

Virtues: Compassion, Empathy, Belonging

📏 The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade by Justin Roberts

Sally sees everything—until one day, she finally speaks. A beautiful picture of small voice, big courage.

Virtues: Moral Courage, Justice

Meet Theo from The Formation Flock™

This bundle includes Theo, a red felted parrot and faithful formation companion.

Theo represents moral courage, steady conviction, and speaking the truth in love. He reminds children that bravery isn’t always loud—it’s about choosing what’s right, even when no one else does.

“Theo reminds us: Courage isn’t just about standing up. Sometimes, it’s about seeing others, speaking gently, or doing the hard thing no one else will.”

🧭 Formation Focus:

• Core Collection: Courage Collection
• Virtues Formed: Fortitude, Moral Courage, Compassion, Integrity, Inclusion
• Ideal For:
  
• Children navigating friendship dynamics or peer pressure
• SEL and empathy-focused classrooms
• Character-building in family or school settings
• Moments of transition or confidence-building
  

📦 What You’ll Receive:

• 3 hardcover picture books
• 3 WonderGuides™ (one per story: Brave Irene, The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade, and The Invisible Boy)
• 1 Theo — a red felted wool finger puppet, handcrafted by Ganapati’s fair-trade artisans
• 1 handmade nest
• 1 virtue-themed bookmark
• 3 waterproof vinyl stickers with courage-affirming messages

🎯 Recommended For:

• Ages: 5–9
• Grades: K–3

💛 Why Families Love It:

• Because courage doesn’t always shout.
• Because noticing someone who feels invisible is an act of strength.
• Because children need stories that help them stand tall, speak true, and see others with brave love.