Brave Tales
Developing social skills instructional materials
PEP policy guidance
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- Program and school year
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Rule pack
- step-up-ftc-pep-2026-27 · v1.0.1
- Evidence level
- Official general rule
- Source freshness
- Review due · Low
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Product description
<p>Brave Tails is a gentle, empowering way to help children understand that bravery doesn’t mean being fearless—it means taking the next step even when you feel nervous. With a heartwarming story and two lovable plush friends, Gracey the elephant and Louey the lion, this kit helps children build real confidence they can carry into everyday life. Whether trying something new, speaking up, or facing a challenge, Brave Tails turns courage into something children can see, feel, and celebrate. How it works: children follow Gracey and Louey through a story that shows real-life bravery moments such as trying again after mistakes, raising a hand, entering new environments, or meeting new friends. The book includes write-in pages where children and adults can reflect on their own brave moments together. When a child shows bravery, they celebrate by wrapping the plush characters’ magnetic tails together in a simple “I did it!” moment that reinforces courage in a tangible way. Why it works: it helps children recognize that fear is normal, teaches that courage is choosing action despite fear, encourages small manageable steps forward, builds confidence through repetition and celebration, and supports resilience in a playful, supportive way. The magnetic tail system turns bravery into a repeatable, positive habit. Why families love it: children enjoy celebrating brave moments with engaging plush characters that make emotional learning safe and fun, while adults appreciate a simple, encouraging tool that supports confidence without pressure and promotes a growth mindset and positive risk-taking. Contents include Gracey the elephant plush, Louey the lion plush, Brave Tails storybook with write-in pages, and carrying case. Ages 3+.</p>
Source evidence
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- Catalog
- FES-UA_NationalAutismResources
- Source type
- Search
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- Enrichment confidence
- Unknown
Official policy source
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- Publisher
- Step Up For Students
- Applies to
- FTC-PEP · 2026-27
- Effective dates
- Jul 1, 2026 — Jun 30, 2027
- Source last modified
- Jul 14, 2026
- Reviewed by Navigator
- Jul 23, 2026
- Review due
- Aug 14, 2026
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