Brave Irene

Written by William Steig

Grade:

K-3

ISBN-13:

978-0312564223

Publisher:

Square Fish (2011)

Irene, the daughter of a dressmaker, courageously sets out in a snow storm to deliver a dress when her mother cannot. Facing the fierce wind and cold, Irene struggles yet perseveres until her task is complete. Demonstrating the jubilation that comes at the end of a conquered struggle, this story provides a wonderful lesson in how to face difficulty and the reward that awaits those who persevere. Steig’s storytelling and illustrations charm the reader while illuminating the value of this shared human experience.