F.E.A.R.: Making New Friends

A Story About Taking the First Brave Step

Making a new friend can feel exciting—and scary. What if they do not want to talk? What if you say the wrong thing? What if you are not sure how to begin?

In F.E.A.R.: Making New Friends, Becks learns that friendship often starts with one small, brave step: a hello, a question, an invitation, or a shared moment.

Perfect for

• Children ages 5–10

• Children starting a new school, class, activity, or community

• Families and classrooms discussing friendship skills

• Counselors supporting social confidence and belonging

Helps children practice

• Starting a conversation

• Taking a first step toward connection

• Including others

• Handling uncertainty with courage

• Seeing friendship as something that can grow over time

Inside the book

• A relatable story about social courage

• Diverse classmates and supportive adults

• Simple examples of how new friendships begin

• A warm reminder that one brave hello can matter

Book details

• Written by Sherita Elaine and Beckham Rodriguez

• Published by Courage Corner Press

• Paperback picture book

• Part of the F.E.A.R. Series

• Recommended for children ages 5–10

• ISBN: 979-8-951356-06-2

A new friend may be one brave hello away.