Mistakes Aren’t Bad – A Social Story About Learning, Trying, and Getting It Wrong

Mistakes Aren’t Bad is a warm and encouraging social story that helps children reframe how they see mistakes - not as failures, but as a normal (and necessary!) part of learning new things.

This story helps children:

• Understand that everyone makes mistakes — even adults
• Learn that mistakes are part of practicing and growing
• Manage the big feelings that come with getting things wrong
• Feel safe enough to try, even if it’s not perfect

By normalizing mistakes, this story removes fear and shame from learning, and builds resilience, confidence, and emotional safety.

Perfect for:
🧠 Kids who avoid tasks or get upset when they get it wrong
💛 Neurodivergent children (autism, ADHD, PDA)
🧰 Parents, educators, OTs, and support staff

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✏️ Includes full-colour printable social story (non-editable)