• Brave & Beautiful and Brave & Bold each include four volumes of articles and activities—created specifically for teen girls or guys. Each also has its own Facilitator Guides with reflection questions and group activities.

• Brave Together is a co-ed curriculum that includes the same four volumes plus an online portal with 80+ ready-to-use lesson plans and slide decks.

If you’re working with a mixed group, we recommend purchasing the Brave Together volumes, which are designed for co-ed use and can be purchased separately from the full curriculum.

Brave & Beautiful and Brave & Bold each come in two versions:

• Faith: Includes Christian faith-based content.

• Classic: Suitable for all audiences, with no references to God or the Bible.

Brave Together is designed for public schools and contains no faith references. A Christian version is planned for future release.

No. While Brave Together was designed for co-ed classrooms, it also works beautifully for small mixed youth groups. You can purchase the Brave Together volumes on their own or, for groups of 10 or more, get the full curriculum with online access to 80+ lesson plans and slide decks.

Yes! Please email Executive Director Michele directly at michele@thebraveseries.com for more information on how we can best serve your needs.

Teachers and parents know their students best and can use their judgment based on maturity level. The first three volumes—covering topics like self-worth, confidence, emotional health, and goal-setting—are suitable for students as young as 4th grade. Adults can select specific articles that fit their child’s readiness.

Important: Volume 4 includes sensitive topics such as pornography, sexual abuse, and sex trafficking, which may be too mature for some younger readers. We recommend previewing these articles and introducing them only when appropriate. However, certain sections (like internet safety or early exposure to porn) may still be valuable to address in age-appropriate ways, since research shows the average age of first exposure to pornography is 9–11 years old.

Ultimately, The Brave Series is flexible—use it in the way that best fits your students or family.

While originally written for youth, the Brave Series has proven to impact all ages—from young adults to seniors. Many adult and leadership groups use it for personal growth and discussion.

As one reader shared:

“I love Brave & Beautiful! My 87-year-old mom is reading it and can hardly put it down! I’m sharing this with my oldest daughter, who is 20, and even my youngest daughter, who is 12 years old! The quality is phenomenal! What an all-encompassing range!”  - Angela Cannon

Yes. While The Brave Series is designed to flow through the four volumes in sequence, each one also stands alone. You can start with any volume that best fits your teen’s current needs.

For example, if emotional health is your focus, begin with Volume 2. One school started with Volume 4, then worked through Volumes 1–3, and it worked wonderfully.

Here’s a quick overview of each theme:

• Vol. 1: Builds identity and purpose

• Vol. 2: Strengthens emotional health

• Vol. 3: Builds Character and leadership

• Vol. 4: Equips students to protect themselves from exploitation and trafficking

Each volume has a natural progression of topics, but like a magazine, you can skip ahead to sections that address immediate needs—such as reading the chapter on grief in Volume 2 when students are processing loss.

Yes! It can be very effective when there’s a positive, trusting connection. The goal is open, heart-to-heart conversation—not lecturing. Listen, validate their feelings, and share your own experiences appropriately. Be a safe place where teens feel understood and not judged.

We strongly encourage respecting students’ privacy. The journaling and reflection pages are meant to be personal, allowing teens to be open and honest. Reading their entries without permission can hinder that process. Let them share their thoughts or artwork only if they choose to.

We’ve created Facilitator Guides with discussion questions, class activities, and lessons for each chapter to help you lead meaningful conversations.

You can also use a book club style approach—perfect for small groups or adult gatherings. Simply choose an article, read a short passage aloud, and invite discussion. This open, conversational format helps participants process topics together in a safe and respectful space. Even those who haven’t pre-read can still join in and gain valuable insights.

For larger groups of 10 or more, consider purchasing the Brave Together curriculum with online access to 80+ digital lesson plans and slide decks based on core articles.

Absolutely! The Brave Series makes a meaningful gift for teen girls and guys alike. Each volume ofBrave & Beautiful, Brave & Bold and Brave Together is designed to engage teens whether they read on their own or with a parent, mentor, or group. You can gift the entire series or select individual volumes, as each one stands alone with its own powerful theme.