A Very Brave Little Monkey

From Curious George

A Very Brave Little Monkey
24 minPre-KK1st2ndSocial-Emotional Learning
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Summary

George feels scared but finds the courage to face something new. He learns that being brave doesn't mean you're never afraid — it means trying anyway.

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Discussion questions

Talk about it

Everyone feels scared sometimes. Being brave means noticing the feeling and taking a small step anyway. George shows how.

  1. What was George afraid of, and what did he do about it?
  2. What does it feel like in your body when you're nervous?
  3. What helps you feel braver when something is new?

Quick work-a-long

Vocabulary: brave, fear, courage, calm.

Try it: Write or draw one thing that once felt scary but got easier after you tried it.