As grown-ups, we can prepare children to find opportunity in every obstacle or setback they face. Picture books about growth mindset show that sticking with a goal is the key to success.
Failure is inevitable. Learning something new takes time, and it doesn’t always happen the first time. Read-alouds that focus on taking chances can help kids overcome challenges and develop a growth mindset.
Children with a growth mindset believe hard work and perseverance help them learn and improve. Kids are more likely to take risks and learn from their mistakes when they have a growth mindset. Failing sometimes is part of the process.
Get your kids talking about failure with these titles and their soundscapes.
The Thing Lou Couldn’t Do
by Ashley Spires
The Most Magnificent Thing
by Ashley Spires
Jabari Jumps
by Gaia Cornwall
Ada Twist, Scientist
by Andrea Beaty
Rosie Revere, Engineer
by Andrea Beaty
After the Fall
by Dan Santat
Emmanuel’s Dream
by Laurie Ann Thompson
What Do You Do With an Idea?
by Kobi Yamada
What Do You Do With a Problem?
by Kobi Yamada
Oh, the Places You’ll Go!
by Dr. Seuss
The Day the Crayons Quit
by Drew Daywalt
Giraffes Can’t Dance
by Giles Andreae
Slumberkins presents Narwhal
by Kelly Oriard
Mala’s Magic Pencil
by Malala Yousafzai
The Little Engine that Could
by Watty Piper
Slumberkins presents Narwhal
by Kelly Oriard
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