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Soar
Young readers will identify with a nervous but determined hummingbird in this strikingly illustrated, powerful message about overcoming fear and never giving up! Ramone, a shy, ruby-throated hummingbird, is about to leave the nest for the first time. But his anxiety and fear keep him from taking off as he contemplates all that could go wrong. Full of kind words and encouragement, Ramone's mother gives him room to work through his emotions, building his confidence and letting him set his own pace. Ramone watches as his friends soar through the sky, realizing all he might miss out on if he doesn't conquer his fear. Ramone's adventure showcases the emotions, both positive and negative, children experience as they approach new challenges. Accompanied by strikingly beautiful illustrations, this tale guides readers through Ramone's emotional journey, showing kids that fear must be overcome in order to grow.
Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2024
About the author
Hillary Daecher
4 books5 followersMy second children's picture book, The Nightmare Bug, will be released in August! The Nightmare Bug is an empowering picture book showing a child taking control of their nightmares. When a small child cries out to their mother after having a nightmare, the mother comforts her child explaining how she used the power of love to get rid of the Nightmare Bug when she was small. Snuggling with Blankie, Bear, and Rhino, the child drifts off feeling empowered and ready to show the Nightmare Bug love by giving it a big hug! Skipping through dreams of oceans, giants, and the moon, the child, along with the stuffed friends, show everyone the beauty and the power of what love and a hug can do!
My debut picture book, SOAR, is a Purple Dragonfly Book Award winner! SOAR follows Ramone, a shy Ruby-throated hummingbird who is about to leave the nest for the first time. But his anxiety and fear keep him from taking off as he contemplates all that could go wrong if he isn’t able to fly. Full of kind words and encouragement, Ramone’s mother gives him room to work through his various emotions, building his confidence and letting him set his own pace. Ramone watches as his friends soar through the sky, realizing all he might miss out on if he doesn’t conquer his fear. Ramone’s adventure showcases the emotions, both positive and negative, children experience as they approach new challenges. This tale guides readers through Ramone’s emotional journey, showing kids that fear must be overcome in order to grow.
I graduated from the University of Delaware and reside in Lititz, Pennsylvania, with my husband and two wonderful children trying to navigate everyday life.
My debut picture book, SOAR, is a Purple Dragonfly Book Award winner! SOAR follows Ramone, a shy Ruby-throated hummingbird who is about to leave the nest for the first time. But his anxiety and fear keep him from taking off as he contemplates all that could go wrong if he isn’t able to fly. Full of kind words and encouragement, Ramone’s mother gives him room to work through his various emotions, building his confidence and letting him set his own pace. Ramone watches as his friends soar through the sky, realizing all he might miss out on if he doesn’t conquer his fear. Ramone’s adventure showcases the emotions, both positive and negative, children experience as they approach new challenges. This tale guides readers through Ramone’s emotional journey, showing kids that fear must be overcome in order to grow.
I graduated from the University of Delaware and reside in Lititz, Pennsylvania, with my husband and two wonderful children trying to navigate everyday life.
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