Try-Again Time (Toddler Tools Series) – Gentle Board Book for Toddlers (Ages 1-3 yrs) | Build Resilience & Growth Mindset | by Free Spirit Publishing

ry-Again Time is a gentle Toddler Tools® board book written by Elizabeth Verdick and illustrated by Marieka Heinlen, published by Free Spirit Publishing. It is designed for toddlers ages 1–3 and helps young children understand that mistakes are a normal part of learning and that they can keep trying.

The book reassures children that everyone makes mistakes and introduces the idea that “try-again time” is learn-and-grow time. Through encouraging language and warm illustrations, toddlers learn to cope with the big feelings that can arise when something doesn't work the first time. They are encouraged to think positively about their abilities, persevere, and try again.

Try-Again Time supports early resilience, independence, growth mindset, perseverance, and self-regulation. The back of the book includes practical tips and suggestions for parents and caregivers to help children handle frustration and mistakes calmly and positively.