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$284
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 1993
Just a Bad Day
A rainy day turns unexpectedly bright for Little Critter.
24 pages· 350 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,663 ratings
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Books About Disappointment · 8 titles considered
The Best Disappointment Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about disappointment? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
The Shortlist
Our 8 Favorite Books About Disappointment
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2011
Fancy Nancy and the Mermaid Ballet
A young girl named Nancy auditions for a ballet and learns to deal with disappointment and jealousy when her best friend gets a better part.
32 pages· 1,018 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,590 ratings
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2019
Saturday
A young girl spends a day with her mother, experiencing various disappointments but ultimately learning the value of time with loved ones.
40 pages· 507 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
4.5/5 Goodreads · 2,902 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2016
Where's the Party?
Georgie's party plans hit a snag when no friends can attend.
40 pages· 378 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
5.0/7 Bookroo experts·3.8/5 Goodreads · 276 ratings
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$958
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2009
The Birthday Pet
By Ellen Javernick, Kevin O'Malley (Illustrator)
A boy gets a series of pets that aren't what he wanted.
34 pages· 387 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 253 ratings
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Picture Book · 2023
A Little SPOT of Disappointment
By Diane Alber
Can your child turn disappointment into resilience? Discover the power of flexible thinking.
32 pages· 619 words
4.7/5 Goodreads · 57 ratings
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$1248
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021
Guess What!?
By Mo Willems · Book #4 in the Unlimited Squirrels series
Zoom Squirrel's beach trip turns into a hilarious adventure. Can you outsmart the Squirrels?
96 pages· 346 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.9/5 Goodreads · 391 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
Just My Best Friend
A sleepover plan goes awry, teaching Little Critter the value of friendship.
32 pages· 327 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.5/5 Goodreads · 106 ratings
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