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Strong and Brave
Paperback
General Juvenile FictionReligion
Publisher: Encompass Solutions, LLC
Published: Mar 2 2026
Pages: 38
Weight: 0.24
Height: 0.10 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Strong and Brave is a comforting children's book designed to help kids understand what happens during surgery-before, during, and after-in a gentle, kid-friendly way.
For Blake, surgery feels like facing a dragon. As the day unfolds, children are guided through the stages of surgery alongside him: preparing for the hospital, meeting doctors and nurses, going to sleep, waking up afterward, and beginning to heal. Through imagination and simple explanations, the unknown becomes more understandable and less scary.
With his favorite stuffed animal, his family by his side, and God always with him, Blake learns that being strong doesn't mean pretending not to be afraid. Being brave means facing hard moments with faith, love, and support-one step at a time.
This story gently reminds children that God is with them in the waiting. Parents and caregivers will appreciate how the book opens conversations about surgery.
Strong and Brave: Blake Has Surgery is especially helpful for children preparing for:
- Surgery
- Hospital stays or anesthesia
- Big, unknown, or intimidating experiences
Ideal for ages 2-9, this reassuring story helps children feel informed, loved, and brave-on surgery day and beyond.
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