Reading is a journey, and every reader’s journey begins with believing. Avery used to believe he could do anything until reading became hard. Now, self-doubt whispers louder than his dreams. But his little sister Alyssa still believes in him. And sometimes, all it takes is one person who believes to change everything.
This uplifting children’s book is ideal for early readers who are experiencing frustration, learning challenges, or low self-confidence. Through Avery and Alyssa’s journey, young readers will discover that struggling doesn’t mean failing, and that learning is a process that takes practice, patience, and perseverance.
Reading is a journey, and every reader’s journey begins with believing. Avery used to believe he could do anything until reading became hard. Now, self-doubt whispers louder than his dreams. But his little sister Alyssa still believes in him. And sometimes, all it takes is one person who believes to change everything.
This uplifting children’s book is ideal for early readers who are experiencing frustration, learning challenges, or low self-confidence. Through Avery and Alyssa’s journey, young readers will discover that struggling doesn’t mean failing, and that learning is a process that takes practice, patience, and perseverance.
Reading struggles can stem from various factors, including learning disabilities, speech or hearing problems, a fear of reading aloud, or poor phonemic awareness. No Victory Too Small: The Power of "We Can" features two relatable siblings, Avery and Alyse, who are struggling in their reading journey and their determination to keep practicing. The book follows their journey as they face their struggles, receive encouragement, and eventually overcome their difficulties. It is a remarkable and inspiring story that will give struggling readers the courage to keep trying, as well!
Avery and Alyse both share difficulties in reading, much like many real-life kids. Avery admits to his mother that the words get all mixed up, and his sister concurs she's battling the same situation. At school, Avery felt his anxiety levels rising as his classmates read aloud. When it was his turn, his reading struggles caused other kids to laugh, an unfortunate but common situation. Even though the teacher didn't correct the class's hurtful reaction, she did applaud Avery's efforts and said they would keep practicing. Avery's mom's pep talk gave both her children the determination to overcome their difficulties with four inspiring words: "I think I can!" The positive affirmation gave them the strength and perseverance never to give up, and it didn't take long for the kids' reading skills to improve.
Many kids will struggle at some point in their academic years. Adults should encourage them to believe in themselves and keep trying. We should also teach kids that laughing at someone's struggles can be hurtful. Remind young children to treat others as they would like to be treated - with kindness and respect.
No Victory Too Small: The Power of "We Can" is not just a story, it's a tool for empowerment. Perfect for school or home use, this book can be shared with children who struggle to read independently. Use it to address how the kids reacted in the book to Avery's turn at reading aloud. Encourage kids to recite the affirmation: "I think I can" or "I think WE can" when they stumble at a task. Let's help ALL children become more confident in their abilities by sharing Avery and Alyse's journey with them.
My recommended reading age is 4-8 years.