The Runaway Tractor

A parent might reach for this book when their child is feeling embarrassed or frustrated after making a mistake. The Runaway Tractor tells the simple story of a farmer, Ted, whose tractor accidentally rolls down a hill and gets stuck in a pond. He feels foolish, but his kind neighbor arrives with a strong horse to help pull it out. This gentle narrative is perfect for preschoolers, demonstrating that accidents happen, it's okay to feel embarrassed, and that problems are easier to solve with teamwork. It's a reassuring tale that normalizes mistakes and models kindness and cooperation in a context young children, especially vehicle lovers, can easily grasp.