Brave Days with Duke: "My Feelings Matter"

Brave Days with Duke: My Feelings Matter is a gentle, reassuring children’s book created for moments when big feelings show up—and trusted adults want to respond with calm, care, and connection.Written by a grandmother raising her grandson after the loss of her daughter, this book is especially for grandparents raising grandchildren, offering quiet reassurance that you are not alone and that your steady presence matters more than perfection.Through simple language and warm illustrations, children are invited to:Name their feelings without fearUnderstand that emotions are safeFeel heard, loved, and supportedFor caregivers, Brave Days with Duke models a calm, emotionally supportive approach that helps children build emotional awareness and security—without lectures, pressure, or overwhelm.This book is ideal for:Grandparents raising grandchildrenCaregivers supporting children through change or lossFamilies focusing on emotional safety and connectionChildren ages 3–8Brave Days with Duke reminds children that their feelings matter—and reminds the adults who love them that showing up with patience and love is enough.A comforting read for families building brave, loving days together. Read more