Books about Perseverance
Award winning
The Magical Yet
Angela Diterlizzi, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience and persistence in young minds.
Encourages overcoming obstacles with a positive attitude.
Stimulates imagination through magical storytelling.
Promotes growth mindset, essential for early development.

The Magical Yet
Angela Diterlizzi, 2020
Award winning
Mabel and the Mountain
Kim Hillyard, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience and achieving big dreams.
Engaging storyline promotes courage and determination.
Illustrates importance of support and friendship.
Encourages goal-setting through an enchanting narrative.

Mabel and the Mountain
Kim Hillyard, 2024
Mr. Ferris and His Wheel
Kathryn Gibbs Davis, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates dreaming big and refusing to quit.
Introduces real engineering in kid-friendly language.
Colorful art holds attention and sparks questions.
Historical backdrop enriches classroom learning.

Mr. Ferris and His Wheel
Kathryn Gibbs Davis, 2025
Award winning
Mia Mayhem Breaks Down Walls
Kara West, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience and perseverance in young readers.
Fun superhero theme enhances engagement and excitement.
Supports understanding of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages overcoming obstacles with courage and creativity.

Mia Mayhem Breaks Down Walls
Kara West, 2019
Award winning
Preaching to the Chickens: The Story of Young John Lewis
Jabari Asim, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of young John Lewis's leadership.
Teaches values of persistence, empathy, and courage.
Encourages civic awareness and social responsibility.
Beautiful illustrations complement engaging narrative.

Preaching to the Chickens: The Story of Young John Lewis
Jabari Asim, 2016
Award winning
I Am Sacagawea: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Sacagawea's remarkable historical journey.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in young readers.
Presents history in a relatable and engaging way.
Supports development of identity and self-confidence.

I Am Sacagawea: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2017
Award winning
Izzy Gizmo
Pip Jones, (Children's story writer) Pip Jones, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity and innovation in young minds.
Encourages perseverance through challenges and failures.
Empowers young readers, especially girls in STEM.
Engaging illustrations complement the inventive storyline.

Izzy Gizmo
Pip Jones, (Children's story writer) Pip Jones, 2017
Award winning
I Choose to Try Again: A Colorful, Rhyming Picture Book About Perseverance and Diligence
Elizabeth Estrada, 2021
36 pages
Why to read
Emphasizes resilience through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Rhyming text boosts phonetic awareness and reading skills.
Encourages persistence and diligence in young readers.
Fosters a growth mindset and teaches valuable life lessons.
