The Lion in Your Heart
2021 International Book Award Finalist, 2021 Females of Fiction Award Finalist, 2021 Story Monsters Approved, 2021 Indies Today Semi-Finalist, LoveReadingUK Indie Books We Love, 2021 Readers Favorite.
When Dennis is scared to sleep alone in his new room, he learns a special secret to conquer his fear: a brave lion in his heart. But Dennis is confused and curious:
Where is the lion, if he can't see it?
Will the lion be with him all the time and everywhere he goes?
Does Mommy have a lion in her heart?
Heartfelt storytelling paired with vibrant illustrations convey a valuable lesson for all children in this teacher and psychologist recommended picture book. Makes a thoughtful holiday gift for children ages 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and up. Great for bedtime, confidence building, classroom discussions and improving children's reading skills.
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"A read-aloud bedtime tale that can help kids gain confidence in their own bravery. In her book, Chizhov skillfully sympathizes with children's fears. Yap, an experienced picture-book illustrator, contributes digital images with whimsical storytelling details, such as superspy outfits for Dennis and his lion during a secret mission." -- Kirkus Reviews
"A winning story about tapping into your inner strengths. Beautiful drawings, a bedtime story with an important message for approaching life's changes, and a lesson in what courage really means, makes for a picture book story that appeals on many different levels; but especially to read-aloud parents seeking to prepare a child for a new situation." -- Midwest Book Review
"By employing an effective psychological approach to deal with fear, Chizhov has created a picture book that is not only delightful to read, but is also effective in helping children to handle their anxiety." -- Indies Today (5 stars)
"A wholesome and charming picture book, the text and illustrations work beautifully together" -- LoveReadingUK (Indie Books We Love)
"This book gives reassurance to the young reader, but it also extends beyond just going to sleep; that the lion is everywhere you go, that you just have to believe in yourself." -- Readers Favorite (5 stars)
"Must read. This would be an amazing addition to classroom libraries, counseling offices and more." -- Reedsy Discovery (5 stars)
"Book is based on the fundamental truth that courage is natural to us, fear is acquired." -- Dr. Liza Misra, Licensed Psychologist
"Such a simple idea to encourage not just children but anyone really to face their fear, to draw strength from within." -- M. Mehra, Montessori Teacher
"Great theme for these circumstances that humanity is facing with multiple fears." -- Ms. Montseratt, Preschool teacher
