Little Nina Plays Ball

A parent might reach for this book when their child has made a mistake and is too scared to confess. It’s a perfect tool for opening a gentle conversation about telling the truth, even when you're afraid of the reaction. The story follows Little Nina, who accidentally loses her ball in a crocodile's nest. She must summon all her courage to face the very large, very protective Mrs. Crocodile and explain that the red ball is not, in fact, a baby crocodile. This charming and humorous tale explores themes of bravery, honesty, and empathy. For children ages 3 to 7, it provides a safe, fantastical scenario to model how to speak up for yourself and solve a problem through communication rather than hiding from it.