Jojo's Flying

Name: Jojo's Flying
ISBN: 9780395781661

Houghton Mifflin Soar to Success Reader Series of 7

For the emerging reader who enjoys simple, encouraging stories about trying new things. Join Jojo on an uplifting journey of learning and flight.

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About This Book

When your child is hesitant to try something new or feels frustrated after not succeeding right away, this book offers a gentle, encouraging model. 'Jojo's Flying' follows a young animal character named Jojo on the big day: learning to fly. The story simply and effectively portrays the process of trying, failing, feeling a little sad, and then mustering the courage to try again. It beautifully illustrates themes of resilience and perseverance, showing that practice is a normal part of learning. For ages 4 to 7, the repetitive text and clear illustrations make it an excellent choice for emerging readers, reinforcing both literacy skills and a positive growth mindset. It’s a perfect story to build confidence and normalize the learning process.

Resilience & Perseverance Animals Self-Confidence & Identity First Day Birds Joy & Gratitude Adventure Curiosity & Wonder

What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

Jojo's attempts to fly involve falling short distances, which is portrayed as clumsy, not dangerous.

Sensitive Topics

The book's central conflict is the internal struggle with failure and the frustration of learning a new skill. The approach is direct but very gentle, normalizing these feelings as part of a process. The resolution is completely hopeful and reinforces a growth mindset. The context is secular and focused entirely on effort and outcome.