About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is facing a new hurdle and feeling the weight of 'not being able to do it yet.' It is the perfect antidote to the frustration that comes with learning a new skill, whether that is riding a bike, reading, or mastering a sports move. By humorously looking back at the time when the child was a baby who could not even hold up their own head, the story builds a bridge between past helplessness and current competence. This book celebrates the slow, messy, and incredible journey of growing up. It focuses on themes of self-confidence and resilience, reminding children that 'being smart' is actually a series of small wins layered over time. It is a gentle, ego-boosting read for preschoolers and early elementary students that helps them appreciate their own progress and find the courage to keep trying.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and grounded in physical and cognitive milestones. There are no sensitive topics such as death or trauma; the focus is purely on the universal experience of human development.
Ideal Reader
A first grader who is struggling with a specific academic task, like phonics or subtraction, and has started saying 'I'm not smart.' It targets the child who needs a concrete reminder of their historical success to fuel their future persistence.
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