Snowboarding Surprise

Name: Snowboarding Surprise
ISBN: 9781663910875

For the child who loves winter sports and needs a boost of confidence to try something new, this book captures the thrill of snowboarding and embracing challenges.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is hesitant to try a new activity, especially if they feel intimidated by friends who are already good at it. This story follows Aiden, a skilled skier on a trip with his snowboarding friends. Pressured to try their sport, Aiden must confront his fear of failing and looking clumsy. The book explores themes of perseverance, the courage to be a beginner, and supportive friendship. As a high-interest, low-vocabulary chapter book, it's perfect for emerging or reluctant readers aged 7 to 10. It's an excellent choice to model a healthy, brave approach to new challenges.

Resilience & Perseverance Sports Self-Confidence & Identity First Day Adventure Fear & Bravery Making Friends Nature & Outdoors

What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

Characters fall while learning a new sport. All injuries are minor or non-existent.

Sensitive Topics

None. The book deals with the common childhood fear of failure in a direct, secular way. The challenges are physical (learning a sport) and emotional (social pressure, self-doubt), and the resolution is entirely positive and hopeful.