Two Wheels

Name: Two Wheels
ISBN: 9781536231397

by David Gibb

For the child feeling nervous about trying something new, this book offers a supportive and encouraging story about the perseverance and joy found in mastering a skill, like learning to ride a bike.

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is feeling discouraged or scared about learning a new skill. Two Wheels gently follows a young girl's journey as she learns to ride her bike with her dad's supportive presence. The story beautifully captures the initial excitement, the frustrating wobbles, the inevitable fall, and the moment of tearful doubt before trying again. It normalizes the emotional ups and downs of learning, highlighting themes of perseverance, bravery, and the powerful comfort of a parent's encouragement. For children ages 4 to 7, this book is a warm and relatable mirror for their own struggles and a celebration of the exhilarating joy that comes from mastering a challenge.

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What Parents Should Know

Mild PerilMild

Character has a minor fall from a bike and scrapes her knee, but is quickly comforted by her father.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals directly with the common childhood emotional challenges of fear, failure, and frustration. The approach is secular and grounded in a secure parent-child attachment. The resolution is entirely hopeful and empowering, reinforcing that setbacks are a normal part of learning.