Winning, Losing, and Trying Again
A Kids' Sports Book About Big Feelings, Good Sportsmanship, and Never Giving Up
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Teach emotional regulation and resilience with this essential kids sports book! Winning, Losing, and Trying Again is a gentle sportsmanship book for kids that follows Sofia through a softball game as she learns that missing a ball or losing a turn doesn't mean giving up. Winning feels wonderful, but losing can sting, and mistakes can feel huge. Designed to support emotional regulation in kids sports, this softball book for kids uses simple sports moments to help children handle big feelings, manage disappointment, practice sportsmanship, and try again with confidence. Inside, kids will learn how to: Handle mistakes without quitting or getting angry Manage disappointment after a loss or setback Cheer for teammates and practice true sportsmanship Build self-confidence and a "try again" mindset Understand that one mistake does not define the game or their talent Complete with reflection questions and mini-activities, this is the perfect book about winning and losing for young players, coaches, classrooms, and families who want to help kids navigate sports emotions with courage and kindness. Every game is a chance to grow. You can always try again!
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What age is Winning, Losing, and Trying Again for?
Winning, Losing, and Trying Again is recommended for children ages 4-8 years. The picture-book format makes it ideal for read-alouds at home or in the classroom.
Who wrote Winning, Losing, and Trying Again?
Winning, Losing, and Trying Again was written by Neha Moghe Roy, the Singapore-based children's author and founder of ChatterChirps.
