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Oliver's Under-the-Bed Inventions: A Story of Courage, Emily's Big Ideas, and a Robot Named Bolt
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Feb 22 2026
Pages: 78
Weight: 0.22
Height: 0.16 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Nine-year-old Oliver is a master of blueprints, gears, and gadgets. There's just one problem: he's terrified of making a mistake. He keeps his best inventions hidden away under his bed, convinced that if they aren't perfect, he's not a real scientist.
That all changes when he meets Emily-a whirlwind of mismatched socks and messy Oops-and Bolt, a retro-futuristic toaster-robot with a hilarious Truth-Glitch and a love for marshmallows.
Together, the trio takes on the Gadget Street Big Ideas Fair with their wildest project yet: the leaf-blower-powered Aero-Skate 5000. But when their plans literally snap and the inner static gets loud, Oliver has to decide: will he hide under the bed, or will he learn the most important lesson in science?
The Pivot is better than the Plan.
Why Parents and Teachers Love This Book:
Promotes Growth Mindset: Teaches children that mistakes are just data and failure is a stepping stone to success.
STEM-Focused Adventure: Encourages curiosity in engineering, physics, and creative problem-solving.
Emotional Intelligence: Provides real strategies for kids to manage perfectionism anxiety and inner static.
Interactive Fun: Includes Oliver's actual blueprints, the Truth-Glitch Fixer worksheet, and the Confidence Codes poster!
Perfect for fans of The Wild Robot, Rosie Revere, Engineer, and The Bad Guys.
Learn how to use your Bravery Bolt, scroll up and get your copy of this great story!
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