About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their child is feeling frustrated or ready to give up on learning a new, difficult skill. Roller Skates! tells the simple, relatable story of a child who is thrilled to get new skates but quickly discovers that staying upright is much harder than it looks. The book beautifully captures the wobbly, tumble-filled process of practice, normalizing the feelings of frustration that come with not being good at something right away. It celebrates the grit it takes to keep trying and the pure joy of final success. Perfect for ages 5 to 7, it's a wonderfully encouraging read that models perseverance without being preachy.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
This book contains no sensitive topics. It is a secular, straightforward narrative about learning a physical skill.
Ideal Reader
A 5 to 7-year-old who is on the verge of learning a new physical skill (riding a bike, swimming, trying a sport) and is feeling anxious or has become discouraged after a few failed attempts. It is perfect for the child who says "I can't do it!" and needs to see the process of practice modeled in a positive way.
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