Brave Like a Lion!

<b>In this empowering picture book by a groundbreaking <i>Sesame Street</i> Puppeteer, a shy girl finds her voice with the help of her favorite puppet.</b><br><br><i>Animal puppets, hand puppets, even shadow puppets!</i><br><i>May loved them all.</i><br> <br>At home, May loves to play pretend with her puppets, leading them fearlessly on all sorts of adventures. But at school, May is shy. When a class project offers the perfect chance for May to speak up, she has a unique idea for how to use her voice. With a little practice, a lot of imagination, and the help of a special friend, May is ready to let out her inner lioness!<br><br>Based on the real-life story of Emmy-winning author Megan Piphus, the first full-time Black woman puppeteer on <i>Sesame Street</i>, and lovingly illustrated by award-winning artist Niña Mata, this tale of authentic self-expression will inspire young readers to embrace their own unique voices.<br><br>Back matter features illustrated step-by-step instructions to make a puppet!