I Used to Be Afraid [Hardcover]

There are a lot of things to be afraid of in this world: spiders, the dark, being alone. In this simple, beautifully-crafted picture book, acclaimed author/illustrator Laura Vaccaro Seeger shows that what seems scary at first, can become magical. It all depends on perspective. Using die-cuts, learn that a scary spider can actually produce an intricate and gorgeous web and that sometimes the dark can transform into a magical night sky. You'll be surprised, awed, and inspired by this clever book.

This title has Common Core connections.

AmongLaura Vaccaro Seeger'smany distinctive books for children areFirst the Egg, a Caldecott Honor Book and Geisel Honor Book;One Boy, a Geisel Honor Book;Dog and Bear: Two Friends, Three Stories, winner of theBoston Globe-Horn BookAward; andGreen, recipient of five starred reviews. Laura lives on Long Island with her husband, Chris, their two sons, Drew and Dylan, and their dog, Copper.Despite its small dimensions, this book suggests big determination. Publishers Weekly, starred review