I Can Try Again: An Inspiring Story for Kids About Perseverance, Grit, and Learning From Mistakes for Ages 4–8 (I Can Books) - Softcover

Ortego, Alicia

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1967228310 ISBN 13: 9781967228317

Publisher: Slickcolors Inc, 2026

Synopsis

Does your child get upset when things don’t go right the first time? Do they avoid challenges or say, “I can’t”?

If so, I Can Try Again is the perfect read-aloud to help children build confidence, self-esteem, and inner strength in a gentle and encouraging way.

This inspiring children’s book supports kids in developing a growth mindset, learning from mistakes, and building resilience when things feel hard. Through a warm, empowering story, young readers discover that trying again is how we grow, solve problems, and believe in ourselves.

Through this story, children learn how to:

• Build self-esteem and confidence
• Develop inner strength and self-empowerment
• Practice problem-solving and flexible thinking
• Use positive self-talk instead of “I can’t”
• Strengthen social skills and social-emotional awareness
• Show perseverance, resilience, and courage
• Manage emotions in healthy, supportive ways

Perfect for classrooms, counselors, teachers, and family read-alouds, this book encourages emotional development, inclusivity, and confidence-building conversations for children ages 4–8.

If you’re looking for books about growth mindset, resilience, self-esteem, or learning from mistakes, I Can Try Again is a powerful and heart-warming addition to any home or classroom library.

Edition details

• Publisher: Slickcolors Inc
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1967228310
• ISBN 13: 9781967228317
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 34