Fortunately

Reach for this book when your child is having a day where everything seems to be going wrong, or when they are struggling to handle small setbacks. Fortunately is a classic exercise in perspective that teaches children how to find the silver lining in every cloudy situation. Through a rhythmic and repetitive structure, the story follows Ned as he navigates a series of wild obstacles on his way to a surprise party. The book masterfully balances high-stakes adventure with absurdist humor, making it a perfect tool for building resilience and optimism. Ned faces everything from shark-infested waters to a hole in his parachute, but each 'unfortunately' is immediately met with a creative 'fortunately.' For children ages 3 to 8, this story models the idea that life is a series of ups and downs and that our ability to pivot and keep going is what defines the journey. It is a lighthearted, visually engaging way to introduce the concept of a growth mindset.