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Thoughtfully created for the journey.
- Normalises mistakes as part of learning
- Supports children who feel frustrated or ashamed
- Encourages perseverance and self-compassion
Ages 4–7
Phoenix the Cat Makes a Mistake
A warm story about learning, trying again and growing confidence after things go wrong.
Phoenix discovers that making a mistake does not make him a failure. With reassurance and another try, he begins to see mistakes as part of learning. A supportive story for children who find getting things wrong especially difficult.
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