Brave Bear and the Tiny Tubes
When Brave Bear can’t hear Mama’s voice clearly anymore, a friendly doctor explains that a quick ear surgery will help his world sound bright again! Through gentle rhymes and comforting pictures, Brave Bear and the Tiny Tubes helps children understand what it means to get ear tubes, and shows that being brave can help them feel calm and safe.
 
Created by pediatric surgery PA Stacie C. Skiano, M.S., PA-C, this story turns a common childhood procedure into an uplifting adventure filled with reassurance and care.
 
Children will learn:
What happens before, during, and after ear tube surgery
How ear drops and follow-up visits help healing
That it’s okay to feel nervous—and that bravery comes in many forms
 
Perfect for ages 3–7, Brave Bear and the Tiny Tubes helps families prepare together and reminds every little patient: you’re braver than you think.