Kangaroo Beach Brave in the Waves

Based on a popular television show featuring a cast of Aussie animals training to be lifeguards, these board books of the same name will be appreciated by fans of the series. Gemma, Pounce, Neville and Frizzy are facing big waves and learning how to dive under them. Pounce is scared but he is too proud to admit it. 'I've dived under so many waves before, it's easy-peasy', he says. His friends are open with their emotions and their struggles, providing for easy comparison between the two different approaches to fear. 'I keep getting dunked', says Neville, asking Pounce to show them how it's done. Pounce keeps up the pretence that he knows exactly what to do, but when Gherkinn gets into trouble with a big wave and Pounce struggles to help him, his cover is blown. 'I thought you were confident in the waves', says Big Trev. 'I was pretending to be', says Pounce, finally admitting his fear and accepting Big Trev's help.

Perfect for the summer and for initiating discussions about the dangers of the beach, Brave the Waves encourages children to be open and honest about their feelings and emphasises that asking for help and admitting fear is the best way to overcome it. Big Trev even admits that he used to be scared of the big waves, showing that confidence is not innate but comes with practice and having a go. 

Beach Buddies colouring book and Fun in the Sun sticker activity book are also available. 

Themes: Bravery, Swimming, Water Safety, Board book.

Nicole Nelson