🪄Did you know you already have courage magic inside you?
Introducing C is for Courageous
First in the Courage Magic series, this book introduces children to 26 ways courage shows up in their lives. Through playful rhymes, vibrant illustrations, and the lovable Goldie Heart, kids discover that courage isn't just about big, bold actions—it's also about being kind, creative, honest, patient, and so much more.
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💛Meet Goldie Heart
Goldie is a joyful golden heart who appears on every page of C is for Courageous—and throughout the entire Courage Magic series.
She's more than a mascot. She's a courage companion—a warm, encouraging friend who reminds kids ages 4-8 they're never alone.
Goldie represents the courage energy that lives inside every child, and she's always ready to cheer them on.
Kids BooksWhat Kids Love About Goldie
❤️She's warm, welcoming, and always smiling
❤️She shows up no matter what—never judges
❤️She reminds them that courage can be fun
❤️She's the friend who says, "You've got this."
Why Grownups Love Goldie
✅She makes courage tangible and relatable
✅She gives kids a "go-to" image when they think courage
✅She models emotional support and companionship
✅She's a character kids want to spend time with
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Perfect for schools, libraries, counseling centers, and community programs. We offer:
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✅Educator guides and SEL lesson plans
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🪄What Makes Courage Magic Special?
📚Grounded in a Proven Framework
This work is based on the Courage Kit®, a methodology used for over 10 years to help adults overcome fear, burnout, and self-doubt. The framework has been featured on TED.com (Shanita's 2021 talk: "How to Activate Courage"), LinkedIn Learning, and award-winning book Dear Durga.
Now, for the first time, this approach has been adapted for children with developmentally appropriate language and engaging activities.
🔑 Courage as Energy, Not Just a Trait
Most books say "be brave" or "face your fears." Courage Magic says: "You already have courage within."
Kids learn that courage is an energy living inside them 24/7, ready to help whenever they call on it. This shifts courage from an intimidating demand to an accessible, comforting resource. They also have Goldie as their companion so they don't have to "do hard things alone."
🧰More Than a Book—It's a Complete Toolkit
The Courage Magic universe includes 📖books that make courage memorable, 🎨coloring pages and creative activities,🎧audio read-alouds, 📄printable SEL-aligned worksheets, 👩🏫educator and parent discussion guides, and 💛Goldie companion resources.
This is a full ecosystem designed to keep courage alive not just during story time, in kids' everyday lives.
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✅Goldie Heart coloring pages
✅Sample pages from C is for Courageous
✅Courage affirmation cards
✅Audio preview of the book
✅Quick-Start Guide for parents + teachers
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"The book reminds me of the good things about myself. It makes me proud of my courage. "
J.K., Age 8
Courageous Kid
"Coach Shanita helps children see that courage can come easily (and alphabetically!) by representing all children in familiar situations. With colorful illustrations, easy to read text, and an invaluable message, Coach Shanita’s C is for Courage is a great reminder for everyone to be the best they can!"
S.S.
Librarian
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