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Families who loved Franklin Plays the Game by Paulette Bourgeois often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Franklin Plays the Game by Paulette Bourgeois often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is ready to quit a new sport or hobby because they are frustrated by not being an expert immediately. It is a perfect tool for navigating the 'I'm not good at this' phase that often follows the initial excitement of starting something new. The story follows Franklin the turtle as he struggles with soccer. While his friends seem to have natural talent, Franklin constantly trips over the ball or misses plays. Through the guidance of his coach and parents, Franklin learns that the joy of the game comes from improvement and teamwork rather than individual perfection. It is a gentle, relatable story for children aged 3 to 7 that normalizes the feelings of inadequacy and shame that can come with being a beginner. Parents will appreciate how it shifts the focus from winning to personal progress and the fun of being with friends.
