A kid told me they're glad when they make mistakes. Why? Because it's a relief. They already think their work is rubbish - so a mistake just proves it.

“I scribble. I can’t draw.” One comment shut her down. Last week, after gentle support, she drew again -and everything changed.

You know that moment when your child’s done something wrong… and you can see them starting to believe they are wrong?

You plan something they’ll love… but suddenly it’s a full-blown “nope, no way, absolutely not.”

Most of us were never taught how to soothe big feelings, so helping our kids do it can feel impossible. Enter this week’s book club pick - a gorgeous, gentle way to give your child a toolkit for calm.

Looking for practical ways to nurture resilience and confidence in your child? Discover the power of growth mindset feedback with Noisy Book Club’s effective prompts for parents and teachers. Learn how process-based praise can help kids develop perseverance, curiosity, and a love of learning - one encouraging conversation at a time.

Ever wish you could turn everyday parenting slip-ups into powerful life lessons? At Noisy Book Club, we believe mistakes aren’t failures - they’re opportunities for growth. Discover simple, real-life strategies to help your child build resilience, confidence, and a true growth mindset - starting with the little moments that happen every day.

A teacher's reflection on school readiness, COVID parenting, and Growth Mindset - for the mums who carried it all and want to step into the next chapter with confidence.