I Am Brave Movement

A powerful, interactive storytime experience where children discover their courage, celebrate together, and proudly declare: “I AM BRAVE.”

Young girl with raised arms wearing a bravery badge from The Garden of Growing Brave, celebrating confidence and the I Am Brave Movement.

What Happens at an I AM BRAVE Storytime

Interactive
Storytime

Children are immersed in The Garden of Growing Brave through engaging, guided storytelling​.

Young child smiling while wearing a bravery badge, celebrating confidence building and courage in early childhood.

Bravery Badge Ceremony

Each child receives a special bravery badge to celebrate their courage.

Children dancing and moving together during the I AM BRAVE Movement storytime celebration.

Celebration & Movement

Music and movement bring the moment to life as children express, embody, and celebrate their bravery.

Children celebrating together with raised arms, proudly declaring ‘I AM BRAVE’ during an I AM BRAVE Movement storytime experience.

Group
Affirmation

Together, they stand tall and proudly declare:
“I AM BRAVE!”

Author Jessica Borzino with child holding The Garden of Growing Brave, creating a meaningful keepsake after a storytime event.

Bravery
Keepsake

A special book signing and keepsake moment to celebrate and carry their bravery beyond the day.

Child receiving a bravery badge during interactive storytime, helping build confidence and emotional resilience in early childhood.

A Moment Children Never Forget

Children experience big emotions—like fear, overwhelm, and uncertainty—but many don’t yet have the tools to navigate them.

The I AM BRAVE Movement helps children

They leave feeling empowered, proud, and truly brave. Because when a child feels brave, everything changes.

What Educators & Leaders Are Saying

“Every child was fully engaged, and the impact didn’t stop when it ended. I saw students using the language and tools from the experience days later.”

Rachel, Kindergarten Teacher

“You could see the shift in the room. Children standing taller, smiling bigger, and truly believing in themselves.”

Dori, School Director

“We host a lot of events, but this one truly stood out. It was interactive, meaningful, and created a genuine sense of confidence and joy in the children.”

Kim, Community Events Coordinator

Creating a Community
of Brave Hearts

This is more than a moment – it’s a movement. Families, schools, and communities are joining together to celebrate courage.

#IAmBraveMovement

Smiling young girl pointing to her bravery badge from The Garden of Growing Brave, celebrating confidence and courage through the I AM BRAVE Movement.
Group of children cheering with raised arms during an I AM BRAVE Movement activity, building confidence and joy through shared celebration.
Two children proudly wearing bravery badges, showing confidence after the I AM BRAVE Movement interactive storytime experience.
Diverse group of children celebrating together with bravery badges, expressing confidence, courage, and community in the I AM BRAVE Movement.

Bring the
I AM BRAVE Experience to Your Community

Customized storytimes tailored to your group, setting, and needs.

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