Books About Overcoming Disappointment · 4 titles considered

The Best Overcoming Disappointment Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about overcoming 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.

Junie B. Jones and That Meanie Jim's Birthday
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Our 4 Favorite Books About Overcoming Disappointment

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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1996

Junie B. Jones and That Meanie Jim's Birthday

By Barbara Park, Denise Brunkus (Illustrator) · Book #6 in the Junie B. Jones series

A young girl navigates the challenges of kindergarten and friendships while dealing with the disappointment of not being invited to a classmate's birthday party

96 pages· 8,147 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 8,462 ratings
$6.99Save 4%
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Splat the Cat: Up in the Air at the Fair

Three friends try to make a fourth friend feel better after they miss out on a fun event together.

32 pages· 519 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 277 ratings
$5.99Save 4%
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2014

Katie and the Fancy Substitute

A substitute teacher arrives, and Katie's efforts to impress her go awry.

32 pages· 449 words· Est. 8 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 59 ratings
$21.32Save 5%
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2003

One Hundred Days (Plus One)

Hannah misses the 100th day of school. What surprise awaits on the 101st?

32 pages· 293 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
3.7/5 Goodreads · 54 ratings
$17.99Save 6%
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