Not giving up when things get difficult
6 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 Dan Santat
Ages 4-8 years
Humpty Dumpty is afraid of heights after his fall, but he must overcome his fear to pursue his dream of flying. A story about resilience and facing your fears.
by Jon Klassen
Ages 3-8 years
A bear has lost his hat and politely asks various animals if they have seen it. This deadpan comedy explores themes of persistence, problem-solving, and the satisfaction of recovering something important.
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.
by Pamela Allen
Ages 3-7 years
When John and Jane went out walking what did they see? They saw a pear in the pear tree. This humourous rhyming story tells of their attempts to reach the pear through persistence and teamwork, and the sweet reward of sharing success with friends.