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The First Brave Step

Penley the Panda and the Power of Determination, Volume 1

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The First Brave Step

Written by: Matt Milchard
Narrated by: Oliver Milchard
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A heart-warming story about courage, perseverance, and never giving up.

Penley the Panda has a dream.

He wants to master a new martial arts move—the Balanced Bamboo Kick. But learning something new isn’t always easy. Sometimes he wobbles. Sometimes he falls. And sometimes he wonders if he should stop trying.

But with encouragement from his family, his friends, and the quiet strength growing inside his heart, Penley discovers an important truth…

Determination means trying again.

Through gentle storytelling, children follow Penley’s journey as he learns that progress doesn’t come from being perfect—it comes from patience, practice, and believing in yourself.

©2026 Matt Milchard (P)2026 Matt Milchard
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