Learning and improving through effort
9 books in this theme
by Andrea Beaty Illustrated by David Roberts
Ages 5-8 years
Ada has a boundless imagination and an insatiable curiosity about everything around her. When her experiments don't go as planned, she learns that questions are more important than answers. An inspiring story that encourages scientific thinking and celebrates the joy of discovery.
by Barney Saltzberg
Ages 2-6 years
An interactive book that shows how mistakes can become beautiful opportunities for creativity and learning. Every oops is a chance to make something beautiful. A delightful celebration of creativity that teaches children to embrace imperfection and find joy in unexpected outcomes.
by Oliver Jeffers
Ages 3-8 years
A father's letter to his newborn child, sharing gentle wisdom about life on Earth. A beautifully illustrated guide that teaches children about kindness, curiosity, and caring for our planet and each other.
by Susan Verde Illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds
Ages 4-8 years
When a small child wonders how they can make a difference in such a big world, a wise bird shares the secret of starting with just one—one seed, one step, one stroke of paint, one note. A reminder that even the smallest among us can create meaningful change.
by Peter Brown
Ages 3-7 years
Mr Tiger is tired of being proper and polite, so he decides to go wild! A story about being true to yourself and finding the balance between fitting in and being authentic.
by Antoinette Portis
Ages 2-6 years
A simple story about a rabbit who insists that a cardboard box is not just a box - it's a race car, a mountain, a robot, and much more. This celebration of imagination shows how creativity can transform ordinary objects into extraordinary adventures.
by Antoinette Portis
Ages 2-6 years
The companion to 'Not a Box,' this story follows a pig who insists that a stick is never just a stick - it's a sword, a fishing pole, a horse, and countless other imaginative possibilities. Another celebration of creative play and boundless imagination.
by Andrea Beaty Illustrated by David Roberts
Ages 5-8 years
Rosie dreams of becoming an engineer and learns that the best way to figure out what you can do is through trial and error, persistence, and learning from failure. An inspiring story about following your dreams, embracing failure as learning, and the importance of perseverance in achieving your goals.
by Peter H. Reynolds
Ages 4-8 years
When Vashti says she can't draw, her teacher encourages her to just make a mark and see where it takes her. A powerful story about the courage to begin and the transformative power of believing in yourself.