Books like Brave as a mountain lion by Ann Herbert Scott
Spider, a nervous student, struggles with stage fright as the school spelling bee approaches. With his father’s encouragement, he reflects on the bravery of his Shoshoni ancestors and resolves to step onto the stage with confidence.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Ann Herbert Scott
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