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It's Okay To Make Mistakes

By Todd Parr
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It's Okay To Make Mistakes by Todd Parr is a vibrant and uplifting children's book that encourages young readers to embrace their mistakes as part of learning and growing. Filled with colourful illustrations and simple, reassuring messages, the book highlights that everyone makes mistakes and that's perfectly normal. Its positive and inclusive tone inspires confidence and teaches children that mistakes can lead to new opportunities and creativity.
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You might enjoy this delightful book if you appreciate stories that encourage children to embrace their mistakes and learn from them. Todd Parr's signature colourful artwork and heartwarming messages make it perfect for young readers who need reassurance that it's okay to be perfectly imperfect.

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In a tradition of Todd Parr's fan-favorite "It's Okay to Be Different," a book about embracing mistakes and the joy of happy accidents.

In a tradition of Todd Parr's fan-favorite "It's Okay to Be Different," a book about embracing mistakes and the joy of happy accidents.

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Todd Parr's bestselling books have reminded kids to embrace differences, to be thankful, to love one another, and to be themselves. It's Okay to Make Mistakes embraces life's happy accidents, the mistakes and mess-ups that can lead to self-discovery.

Todd Parr brings a timely theme to life with his signature bold, kid-friendly illustrations and a passion for making readers feel good about themselves, encouraging them to try new things, experiment, and dare to explore new paths.

From colouring outside the lines and creating a unique piece of art to forgetting an umbrella but making a new friend, each page offers a kid-friendly take on the importance of taking chances, trying new things, and embracing life, mistakes and all.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316230537

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 July 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 260.0mm

Height: 258.0mm

Weight: 453g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Todd Parr has inspired and empowered children around the world with his bold images and positive messages. He is the bestselling author of more than forty books, including The Joyful Book, The Kindness Book, Love the World, The Goodbye Book, The Family Book, The I Love You Book, and It's Okay to be Different. He lives in Berkeley, California.

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