Looking for excellent children's books about failure? 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.
Three siblings face misfortune and a villain's plot to steal their fortune.
A young inventor helps her friend participate in an art contest despite her physical limitations
A boy survives a plane crash and must endure the wilderness with only a hatchet.
A stormy night, a mysterious stranger, and a quest through time to find a missing father.
A famous egg who fell off a wall recounts his journey to overcome his fears and learn to fly.
An aspiring engineer makes an invention to help her relative.
This book tells the stories of 13 American women who persisted in the face of adversity.
Mistakes become wonders in this interactive journey of creativity.
A young boy learns to find his own unique style and confidence in his art.
Sturdy, inviting books about failure for the youngest readers and listeners.
Rabbit's carrot obsession leads to chaos. Can friends help him find space?
Penguin finds a mitten and embarks on an adventure to discover its owner and perhaps find love.
A stuck truck sparks chaos and creativity. Can kids and a dog save the day?
A duck observes a spider's watery journey.
Illustrated read-alouds about failure for preschool and elementary-age readers.
A child tries to build something but it doesn't go as planned.
A child faces a growing problem, discovering unexpected possibilities by confronting it.
A boy's quest to catch a star leads to unexpected discoveries.
Ava's sheep quit, leaving chaos as new animals try to help her sleep.
Three spellers face off in a tense bee. Who will win with a surprise twist looming?
Can a simple stick be the perfect gift for a bear with everything?
A bird's unique chirp isolates him until he finds an unexpected friend who understands him.
A young adventurer faces her fear of climbing a tree. Will she find the courage to try?
A boy's care transforms a gray city into a lush garden.
Discover the hidden gifts of failure and the journey it begins.
An inventor builds a submarine to explore Lake Michigan's depths.
Two friends face sledding challenges, discovering joy in friendship over victory.
Longer stories about failure for developing and independent readers.
Four students unite to save their teacher's job and their futures from unorthodox teaching scrutiny.
A young girl faces unexpected challenges at a magical school, uncovering hidden strengths to confront an ancient threat.
A broken phone shatters friendships, but a surprise audition changes everything.
A star player must choose between quitting or transforming his losing team.
Discover how failures fuel success in this inspiring guide.
Can Katie master gymnastics or will she give up?
Can the Bulldogs' new center overcome his awkwardness before the season ends?
A backup catcher must face his fears when thrust into the spotlight.
A runner must conquer her fear of failure to stay on the team.
A dropped pass haunts Ethan. Can he reclaim his team's trust?
A tall girl must find passion for a game she dislikes.
A young hockey player battles fear after a hard hit. Can he overcome it?
