Curious George visits a toy store

A parent might reach for this book when their well-meaning but curious child has made a huge mess, leaving them feeling ashamed or worried. In this classic adventure, George's excitement at a new toy store leads to a series of chaotic mishaps, from winding up all the toys to accidentally creating a dinosaur display that causes a panic. The story beautifully captures the initial joy of discovery, the sinking feeling of getting into trouble, and the ultimate relief of forgiveness. For preschoolers and early elementary kids, it's a gentle, humorous way to see that mistakes happen, intentions matter, and sometimes, a little mess can even lead to a happy surprise. It normalizes curiosity and the accidents that can come with it.