Books Like What Do You Do with a Chance?
Families who loved What Do You Do with a Chance? by Kobi Yamada 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 What Do You Do with a Chance? by Kobi Yamada 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 facing a new challenge, such as starting a new sport, joining a club, or attempting a difficult skill, and seems paralyzed by the fear of looking foolish. It is a gentle, metaphorical exploration of a young boy who initially ignores a glowing chance that appears to him. When he finally tries to grab it and falls, he experiences the heavy weight of embarrassment and decides it is safer to stay on the sidelines. The story beautifully captures the internal struggle between the safety of doing nothing and the thrill of taking a leap. Parents will appreciate how this book validates the very real fear of failure while providing a visual language for bravery. It moves beyond the simple advice to try your best and instead shows that bravery is a choice we make even when we feel exposed. It is an ideal choice for children aged 4 to 8 who struggle with perfectionism or who tend to retreat when things dont come easily on the first try.
