Spring Mindsets for Kids

In a season of growth, help kids explore feelings, confidence, and finding calm through these reads recommended by librarians.

Updated March 30, 2026
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I knew you could do it!
Tillman, Nancy
Paper Book
This heartfelt picture book from bestselling author Nancy Tillman celebrates resilience and reaching one's goals. I knew you could do it! I knew that you could! Of everyone out there I knew that you would. A...
Gritty kitty
Hutton, John
Paper Book
"Gritty Kitty, stumble and fall, stand back up--no problem at all!" Young readers will see themselves in Gritty Kitty when Gritty takes a tumble on the playground, struggles to wait patiently for a turn with a favorite toy, and experiences other everyday hurdles. But through grit and resilience...
Woo hoo! You're doing great!
Boynton, Sandra
Paper Book
A New York Times bestseller! Beloved author Sandra Boynton--and a very exuberant chicken!--have an important message to share in this inspiring and highly giftable all-ages picture book for every life milestone.   Whether you are learning to skate, baking...
The squish
Carzoo, Breanna
Paper Book
Meet Sandcastle. Sandcastle's world was new and exciting until their very first... SQUISH! In an effort to protect themselves from ever getting squished again, Sandcastle tries to be bigger and taller and stronger! But is that enough to stop all the squishes ...
La perseverance de Tilda
Percival, Tom
Paper Book
See below for English description. Le monde de Tilda est parfait tel qu'il est... jusqu'au jour où il se retrouve à l'envers. Soudain, plus rien n'est comme avant et tout semble difficile, même les choses qui ne l'étaient pas. Tout devient même si difficile que Tilda finit par...
How to draw a happy cat
Berlin, Ethan T.
Paper Book
A "How to Draw" lesson spins hilariously out of control when Cat just won't stay happy! This relatable madcap read-aloud is immense fun, and perfect for fans of Dragons Love Tacos. Drawing a happy cat seems like such an easy thing to do. Just follow the instructions in...

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