Try-Again Time / ¡A Intentarlo de Nuevo!

Help young children develop a growth mindset, cope with making mistakes, and learn how to persevere.

Oops! We all make mistakes. This reassuring English-Spanish board book shows toddlers that mistakes are okay and helps them build resilience and independence. “Try-again time is learn-and-grow time. Take it slow . . . Ready–set–GO!” With gentle guidance on how to cope with the big feelings that come with making mistakes, young children are encouraged to think positively about their abilities and to keep trying.

Part of the beloved Toddler ToolsⓇ series, Try-Again Time/ A intentarlo de nuevo! helps young children develop a growth mindset, learn how to persevere, and practice self-regulation skills. The back of the book provides active suggestions and tips in English and Spanish for adults to manage try-again time together. “You might need two tries, or three, or MORE . . . that’s what trying again is for!”

Toddler Tools series
Daily transitions and routines can be a struggle for any toddler, as well as parents and caregivers. These award-winning, positive books can help ease the many challenging “times” that are a part of every toddler’s day. Share them before (or during) the desired “time,” or whenever toddlers need encouragement with routines. Titles are also available in English-Spanish bilingual editions.