I Am Bernie the Brave: 1

Meet Bernie! This adorable pup is thrilled about his first day at a new school. However, he quickly discovers that being the only student with a tracheostomy among a class of curious third graders might be tougher than he anticipated. Can he find a way to balance his accommodation with his desire to belong?"I Am Bernie the Brave" is a heartwarming tale of self-acceptance, friendship and courage. It is the first book in a new children's series from The Nurse With the Trach. This full-color picture book features a main character with a physical disability and a host of diverse friends with and without disabilities celebrating inclusivity and demonstrating problem solving while building self-esteem.Geared for early readers with lots of vibrant illustrations to engage even the most active young minds, Written by sisters with careers as an educator and a nurse, there is humor, heart and a lesson in every story.