Meet Sticky Icky Vicky, a girl who wants to get over her fear-once and for all In Sticky Icky Vicky: Courage over Fear, the first book in the Sticky Icky Vicky(TM) series, authors Alysia and Michael Ssentamu introduce readers to Vicky, a fun-loving girl who doesn't mind getting a little sticky and icky. She loves rolling down hills and playing in mud-but when it comes to water, Sticky Icky Vicky's fear prevents her from joining in the fun. Then Vicky gets an invitation for a waterpark party, and she decides that she really wants to go-even if it means ignoring the Negative Ned voice in her head and getting over her fear. With vibrant illustrations and catchy rhymes, Sticky Icky Vicky: Courage over Fear offers children an inspirational/loveable heroine who learns some valuable life lessons, such as: Courage Positive thinking Goal-setting Aimed primarily at readers aged six to ten, Courage over Fear is a reading experience that leaves kids believing that they, like Vicky, can get past any obstacle in their way. ----------- "An encouraging tale for young readers with their own fears to face." - Kirkus reviews (starred review) Courage over Fear is a recipient of the prestigious Mom's Choice Award. The Mom's Choice Awards® (MCA) evaluates products and services created for parents and educators and is globally recognized for establishing the benchmark of excellence in family-friendly media, products and services. Using a rigorous evaluation process, entries are scored on a number of elements including production quality, design, educational value, entertainment value, originality, appeal and cost. Around the world, parents, educators, retailers and members of the media trust the MCA Honoring Excellence seal when selecting quality products and services for families and children.