Hello, Mr. Twiddle!

Reach for this book when your child is feeling discouraged by their own forgetfulness, or when they feel the heavy weight of 'getting things wrong.' In a world where children are often the ones being corrected, this collection of stories turns the tables by introducing Mr. Twiddle, a well-meaning but incredibly absent-minded older man. Through his humorous mishaps, children see that making mistakes is a universal human experience, not a personal failure. While the stories are lighthearted and funny, they carry a deep sense of empathy and forgiveness. As Mr. Twiddle muddles through his day, his wife, Mrs. Twiddle, provides a grounded (if sometimes exasperated) foil. It is a perfect read for normalizing imperfection and modeling how to laugh at oneself. These gentle, episodic tales are ideal for bedtime or short reading bursts for children aged 5 to 8.