Trying by Kobi Yamada – Inspiring Book About Growth & Resilience

$17.95

What if getting it wrong is actually part of getting better? Trying by Kobi Yamada is an inspiring children's book that helps young readers see mistakes in a whole new way.

Through a heartfelt story about learning and growth, children discover that mistakes aren't proof that they can't do something—they're opportunities to learn more about themselves and what they're capable of. This encouraging message can help take some of the pressure out of trying, making it easier for kids to embrace challenges, keep going, and celebrate progress instead of perfection.

With its thoughtful message and beautiful illustrations, Trying is a meaningful screen-free book for children and a wonderful conversation starter about resilience, confidence, perseverance, and learning from mistakes.

Features & Benefits

  • Reframes mistakes: Helps children understand that mistakes can teach us valuable lessons.
  • Builds resilience: Encourages kids to keep going when something feels difficult.
  • Supports confidence: Reminds young readers that ability grows through practice and experience.
  • Encourages a growth mindset: Helps children focus on learning and progress rather than being perfect.
  • Supports social-emotional learning: Creates natural conversations about frustration, challenges, courage, and self-belief.
  • Screen-free reading: A meaningful unplugged activity for bedtime, quiet time, classrooms, or family reading.
  • Beautifully illustrated: Engaging artwork brings the story's message to life.
  • Published by Compendium: A thoughtful addition to a child's library and a meaningful gift for growing minds.

Perfect For

  • Kids learning to try new things
  • Children who get frustrated when they make mistakes
  • Young readers building confidence
  • Kids practicing perseverance
  • Children navigating new challenges
  • Parents looking for growth mindset books
  • Teachers and elementary classrooms
  • Birthday gifts
  • Graduation and milestone gifts
  • Encouragement gifts
  • "Just because" gifts for kids who need a little extra courage

Progress, Not Perfection

Learning something new can feel uncomfortable, especially when we're afraid of making mistakes. Trying gives children a reassuring reminder that every attempt teaches us something—and that growth happens one step at a time.

Give a young reader a story that makes trying feel a little less scary and a lot more worthwhile.