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Lola And The Magic Of Mistakes
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781068489518
Publisher: Tinu Abass
Published: Nov 17 2025
Pages: 34
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
What if your child saw mistakes as magic instead of failures?
In a world where kids face constant pressure to be perfect, Lola and the Magic of Mistakes offers something revolutionary: permission to mess up, try again, and discover that mistakes are actually superpowers in disguise. Lola starts her day bursting with big dreams and boundless energy. She's ready to conquer the world! But when things don't go as planned, and they never quite do. She faces a choice every child knows too well: give up or keep going?
Here's where the magic happens.
With her loving mum's wisdom, dad's encouragement, and her little sister's infectious joy, Lola discovers a life-changing secret: every oops is actually an opportunity. Every stumble? A chance to get back up stronger. Every mistake? A beautiful stepping stone to something even more amazing than she imagined.
What makes this book essential:
- Builds unshakeable confidence - Children learn that mistakes don't define them; how they respond does
- Fosters growth mindset - Transforms I can't into I can't YET and I'll try a different way.
- Celebrates Black girl joy - Gorgeous representation showing Black children thriving, supported, and empowered
- Creates meaningful conversations - Opens dialogue about resilience, emotions, and perseverance
- Relatable and real - Every child sees themselves in Lola's journey because every child makes mistakes
- Family-centred warmth - Shows the power of supportive relationships in building resilience
Perfect for children who:
- Get frustrated when things don't go perfectly
- Need encouragement to try new things
- Are learning to manage big emotions
- Deserve to see themselves as confident, capable heroes
Essential for parents and educators who want to:
- Raise resilient, confident children
- Build a growth mindset from an early age
- Celebrate diversity with authentic representation
- Turn everyday challenges into teachable moments
Gorgeously illustrated by Lola Iusupova with vibrant colours, expressive characters, and magical details that children will pore over again and again. Each page brings Lola's world to life, making this a book your child will reach for repeatedly. This isn't just a book; it's a tool for transformation. In 32 pages, you'll give your child a gift that lasts a lifetime: the confidence to embrace challenges, the courage to try again, and the wisdom to see that mistakes aren't the end of the story; they're where the real magic begins.
Age range: 4-8 years Read-aloud time: 5-10 minutes Re-read value: Infinite
Discover that the most powerful lesson isn't perfection; it's persistence. Give your child the superpower of resilience.
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