Tomorrow I'll Be Brave

Tomorrow I'll Be Brave

book

2018

WISE
91%

WISE Score

4.9

Amazon

A stunningly lettered bedtime pep talk that reminds kids (and stressed-out parents) that tomorrow is a fresh start.

Amazon4.9
Common Sense Media

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Screenwise Verdict

Jessica Hische is a lettering legend, and it shows. This isn't just a book; it's a visual treat that actually has something decent to say.

It’s the perfect antidote to a day of tantrums or 'I can't do it' meltdowns. It doesn't lecture; it just invites. If you're tired of reading books with zero aesthetic value, this is your palate cleanser. It's the kind of book you keep on the shelf long after they've outgrown it just because it looks so good.

Age Fit

Best for ages 2 to 7. It's a classic 'read-to-me' book that transitions well into early independent reading because the art helps kids identify the big words.

WISE Breakdown
Wholesome
95

It's the ultimate 'reset button' for a kid's day. It models self-compassion by acknowledging that even if you weren't your best self today, you get a do-over tomorrow. No snark, no chaos, just pure emotional support.

Imaginative
92

Jessica Hische is a world-class letterer, and she treats words as illustrations. The typography itself sparks curiosity about how art and language intersect, moving way beyond standard picture book layouts.

Safe
100

Zero concerns. It's a gentle poem about a rabbit and a cat. There's no hidden 'scary' subtext or inappropriate content for the target age group.

Enriching
88

It introduces great vocabulary (adventurous, confident, creative) and reinforces a growth mindset—teaching kids that traits like 'bravery' are things you practice, not just things you are or aren't.

Parent Info

Why It Might Be Great

  • The hand-lettering is gorgeous—it's basically an art gallery in book form for toddlers.
  • It teaches emotional resilience without being annoying or 'teachy.'
  • Perfect pacing for a bedtime wind-down; it starts with energy and ends with sleep.
  • Great for building 'big' vocabulary words through visual context.

What to Watch For

  • There is no actual plot; if your kid needs a high-stakes story to stay interested, they might find this 'boring.'
  • It’s very short—more of a poem than a full reading experience.

Conversation Starters

  • "Which of the 'big words' in the book do you want to try to be tomorrow?"
  • "Did you see how the artist drew the word 'Curious'? Why do you think she made it look like that?"
  • "Is it okay that we didn't do everything we wanted to do today? What's our plan for tomorrow?"

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