Sometimes We Were Brave - Hardcover

"Powerful. . . . Kids in Jerome's situation - and those curious about how it feels to be there - should find this book immensely comforting and reassuring." --"Publishers Weekly" "Earnest and effective." --"Kirkus Reviews" "Sure to resonate strongly with children whose parents are on active duty in the military and with many other readers as well." --Booklist "Powerful. . . . Kids in Jerome's situation - and those curious about how it feels to be there - should find this book immensely comforting and reassuring." --Publishers Weekly "Earnest and effective." --Kirkus Reviews

Bravery has many meanings. Jerome's mom is a sailor. When her ship is in home port, she and Jerome bake cookies, read books together, and take their dog, Duffy, for walks. When his mom's ship goes to sea, she gives Jerome a hug and says, "Be brave, Jerome. I'll be back as soon as I can." Jerome doesn't feel brave at all. But he does what he needs to do every day--goes to school, helps his dad with chores, and takes care of Duffy. Then one day he learns that bravery means something very different than he thought it did. Pat Brisson's endearing story, a Society of School Librarians International Honor Book and lovingly illustrated by France Brassard, shows how a Navy family adjusts to life while mom is serving at sea.