Chicken Soup for the Soul Babies: Brave Little Otter! (Its Okay to Wait)

Chicken Soup for the Soul BABIES imparts good values through heartwarming and humorous stories to help little ones put their best foot forward.

This charming board book demonstrates different ways to be brave--even when it means waiting to do something until you're ready.

Little Otter and Dad are having a beach day!

But when Dad suggests they go for a swim, Little Otter hesitates. First the water looks cold. Later the waves are too rough. So they decide to build a sandcastle and go for a walk instead. Little Otter even makes a new friend along the way! At the end of the day, Little Otter feels ready to brave the waves. Except Little Otter doesn't want to go underwater--maybe next time!

A sweet story that expands the value of bravery, from trying new things to taking your time.

Author: Natasha Yim
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Published: 04/21/2026
Pages: 22
Binding Type: Board Book
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 8.20h x 6.23w x 0.56d
ISBN: 9781623542849
Audience: Ages 4-8

About the Author
Natasha Yim was born in Malaysia, grew up in Singapore and Hong Kong, and now lives in California. She is the author of many picture books, including Luna's Yum Yum Dim Sum and Goldy Luck and the Three Pandas.

Nina Ramos is a Brazilian artist and children's book illustrator. She currently resides in Toronto, Canada. beehiveillustration.com/illustrators/nina-ramos/illustrator