Brayden Speaks Up: How One Boy Inspired the Nation

Brayden Harrington, a thirteen-year-old boy who stutters, gives an incredible speech that electrifies the nation in this timely and extraordinary nonfiction picture book that celebrates the importance of speaking up and using your voice--for everyone deserves to be heard.

When Brayden talks, his words get caught in his mouth. He has bumpy speech--and that's okay! Sometimes, though, he doesn't feel anyone really understands what it feels like to be a person who stutters.

Then Brayden meets Joe Biden, who knows exactly how he feels and inspires him to be more confident. But when Mr. Biden asks Brayden to give a big speech in front of the whole nation, will Brayden be brave enough to speak up and speak out?

Brayden Speaks Up is the incredible true story of one extraordinary boy's perseverance and the importance of celebrating yourself just as you are. For after all, your biggest challenge just might be your greatest gift.

How does one boy's story inspire courage in kids everywhere?

• A Heartwarming True Story: Follow the journey of thirteen-year-old Brayden Harrington as he meets Joe Biden and prepares for the speech of a lifetime.
• Social Emotional Learning: A gentle and inspiring conversation starter about empathy, perseverance, and celebrating the things that make you unique.
• Finding Your Voice: Shows kids that having "bumpy speech" or other difficulties doesn't have to stop them from being heard.
• Public Speaking for Kids: An empowering example that helps children face their fears, whether they're speaking in front of the class or the whole nation.