In this beautifully illustrated rhyming picture book, nine beloved heroines from classic literature teach girls how to face self-doubt, grow their courage and change the world.Growing up isn't always easy. It can be scary confronting new challenges. We all want to be heroes in our own stories, but need experience overcoming fear. Persevering through hard times cultivates courage. Learn from this cast of heroines as they rise above their difficulties. They show us that being brave in ways big and small can change the world. The cast includes:Elizabeth Bennet, Pride and Prejudice Scout Finch, To Kill A Mockingbird Dorothy Gale, The Wizard of OzSara Crewe, A Little Princess Anne Shirley, Anne of Green GablesJane Eyre, Jane Eyre Nancy Drew, The Nancy Drew Series Jo March, Little Women Anne Frank, The Diary of a Young Girl Courageous closes with a call to join a kinship of courage with girls of all ages.The heroines deal with issues such as racism, self-acceptance, poverty, being orphaned, and death. The lessons the heroines learn include:Thinking before you speak. Trying to see others' views. Improving relationships with kindness. Being positive in hardship. Being comfortable in your own skin. Holding to faith when you are wronged. Strengthening resolve by solving problems. Helping others in sacrificial ways. Holding on to dreams in suffering. Parents will love the way Courageous encourages values and virtues in their daughters. Great gift for girls of all ages! Fans of these literary classics will fall in love with these girls all over again and want to share this book with coming generations.