The Big Oops! by Julia Cook was such a
sweet, genuinely helpful picture book about making mistakes—and not letting
perfectionism steal the fun. Scooter is trying so hard to paint a picture of
his best friend, Pudgy, but every “oops” feels like a disaster…until his
friends gently help him see that mistakes can lead to something even better
than the original plan.
The illustrations are bright,
expressive, and a little silly in the best way, so the message never feels
heavy or preachy. I also really appreciated the caregiver guide in the back—it
gives practical, realistic ways to respond when a kid spirals over a “wrong”
line, a spill, or a ruined project.
This is a great pick for ages
preschool–early elementary and would be especially useful for classrooms or any
kid who gets upset when things aren’t “perfect.” Overall, this is a really
solid, useful read for those moments when kids are learning that messing up is
part of life.
I received a complimentary
digital copy of this book through NetGalley this is an honest review.
★★★★ Release Date: August 4, 2026
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