There's a Big, Beautiful World Out There!

by Nancy Carlson

There's a lot to be scared of, that's for sure. There's the mean-looking dog next door and booming thunderstorms; there are spooky shadows in the corner of your room, and people who look different from you. All of this scary stuff can make you want to hide under your covers and never come out again. But hiding won't solve anything, and besides, maybe that dog only looks mean. This warm and reassuring book offers young readers the encouragement they need to face their fears and look forward to all the great experiences awaiting them.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens

32 pages, Hardcover

First published August 26, 2002

Reviews

[Candace · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book helps young readers face their fears and overcome them by looking at the possibilities of success and happiness out in a big, beautiful world.

[Spencer · Rating 1 out of 5]

2021
Gift from Harper's grandmother

It gives things to be scared of, such as snakes and people who look different than you. For the most part, it clarifies why you shouldn't be scared of these things. But kids aren't inherently scared of people who look different. And snakes get a bad rap! Yes, there are some that should be treated with caution, but not all snakes are bad snakes.

[Giselle · Rating 3 out of 5]

I checked out the audiobook because of the title and didn’t realize it’s a children’s book. In my defense, Libby has a plain orange cover. I’m still counting it towards my reading goal because it’s a motivational explanation for why we shouldn’t let fear keep us from creating memories and exploring the world and meeting new friends. And I liked it okay!

[Andrew Stockle · Rating 4 out of 5]

As “there’s a Big Beautiful World Out There!” opens the reader is introduced to a little girl who is full of fear. Fear of everything: bugs, dark, rollercoasters, clowns, people who look different etc. however, as the book progresses she begins to deal with all of those fears and see the world around her for what it really is, a big beautiful place. The finale to this story is a note on the final page of the book which states that it was written on September 12, 2001 exactly one day after the most horrific day in recent human history. This book is beautiful. It is an easy read with framed pictures and text surrounded with white space at the bottom of each page. The pictures are cartoonish and hand drawn. I would use this book to help children realize that it is okay to have fears so long as we don’t let them stop us from doing great things.

[Edward Creter · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm glad to have discovered this book because it was written the day AFTER 9/11 of 2001, and is a reminder that even in an age of terrorism and deceptive politics, we can still love life and live it to the fullest of our abilities. I think we need this message now more than ever. I hope kids and grown-ups can gain strength from this gem. You guys sure could use it!

[Pamela · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is great for kids anxious about getting out in the world. It starts off taking you through things that could be scary for kids, trying to build an argument for staying "under the covers." Then, the book delves into all the things that a kid could miss by hiding from the world.

[Melanie Hetrick · Rating 2 out of 5]

A simple book that discusses different things a child could be scared of. Such as dogs, snakes, roller coasters, clowns and people who look different from you. Then the reasons why children should not be scared of these things is discussed.

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[Tiffany · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a beautiful book about the scary things that are out there and the beautiful things. Written sept. 12, 2001.

[Dawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has a great message, explains things in kid ways, and doesn't get too cutesy.

[Andréa · Rating 3 out of 5]

Written on September 12, 2001.