The Bark Park

Reach for this book when your child feels like they are the only one who can't seem to get things right or when they are struggling with the pressure to be perfect at school. Mildred Hubble is the ultimate relatable underdog, a well-meaning but clumsy student at Miss Cackle's Academy for Witches where her spells constantly go awry and her broomstick skills are shaky at best. Through Mildred's magical mishaps, the story explores deep themes of resilience, the sting of being an outsider, and the importance of finding a loyal friend who likes you just as you are. It is a gentle, humorous classic for ages 7 to 10 that normalizes the experience of making mistakes. It provides immense comfort to children navigating their own growing pains, showing them that even the worst witch can find her way and be a hero in her own way.