Batter Up, Charlie Brown!

Reach for this book when your child comes home feeling defeated after a sports practice or a school project that did not go as planned. It provides a safe space to process the sting of failure through the relatable, iconic lens of Charlie Brown, who famously struggles to lead his baseball team to victory. The story focuses on the importance of showing up and trying again rather than the final score on the board. Parents will appreciate how this book validates feelings of inadequacy and shame while maintaining a lighthearted, humorous tone. It is perfectly suited for children ages 5 to 7 who are beginning to navigate competitive environments. By choosing this story, you are modeling resilience and showing your child that their value is not tied to their performance, but to their persistence and character.