The Ups and Downs of Simpson Snail

A parent might reach for this book when their child is easily frustrated by small setbacks and tends to feel like one bad event has ruined their entire day. This charming early reader follows a cheerful snail named Simpson whose perfect day is interrupted by a series of mishaps: a raindrop knocks him from his sunflower, he's nearly eaten by a bird, and he must start his long climb all over again. Through simple text and expressive illustrations, the story gently explores resilience, perseverance, and the idea that bad moments pass. It's an excellent, accessible tool for helping young children understand that it's normal to have ups and downs, and that a day can still be good even if parts of it are hard.