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The Courage Club: Catch that Pesky Thought

The Courage Club: Catch that Pesky Thought

Author: Matt BawlerIllustrator: Gizem Gozde Ucar

Represented by the Peskies, negative thoughts enter four children’s minds, leading to feelings of doubt and anxiety. Through bright illustrations, a diverse cast of children, including a wheelchair user, discover ways to overcome the Peskies, working as a team (with the help of a mouse) to send the pesky thoughts away into space. A useful picture book for discussing mental health and ways to support young children with their worries.

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  • Gizem Gozde Ucar is an award-winning illustrator
  • Diverse cast
  • Black/brown representation
  • Disabled representation