The Power of Encouragement
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“One encouraging word can change everything.”
Every child whispers “I can’t” at some point.
In this heartwarming addition to my Power Of series, The Power of Encouragement: Turning “I Can’t” into “I Can” is a social emotional learning picture book that helps children build courage, confidence, and positive self-talk.
When Orbit visits a kindergarten classroom, he explores one of the most powerful gifts we can give a child — encouragement.
Through relatable childhood moments like learning to read, trying something new, solving a tricky puzzle, or getting back up after a fall, children discover that courage doesn’t mean you aren’t scared… it means you try anyway.
With vibrant illustrations and meaningful conversation starters, this confidence-building book supports growth mindset skills, resilience, and emotional development in preschool and early elementary children.
Perfect for ages 4–8 and ideal for homes, classrooms, homeschool settings, and counseling programs.
Because sometimes, one encouraging word changes everything.
As a preschool teacher for over 35 years, I’ve seen how powerful it is when someone believes in a child — and how quickly self-doubt can appear.
I wrote The Power of Encouragement to help children replace “I can’t” with “I can try.” When that shift happens, confidence and courage begin to grow.
And that is powerful.
— Ruth Maille
“Watch, sing along, and believe you can.”
Featured 5-Star Reviews from Readers’ Favorite
Two independent 5-star professional reviews.
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“A must-have children’s picture book for every family.”
“A brilliant, compelling, and beautiful book that helps children transform doubt into determination and replace ‘I can’t’ with ‘I can.’”
“…shows how a few supportive words can help kids feel strong, confident, brave, and ready to achieve their goals — and teaches them that they can be encouragers as well.”
— Emma Megan, Readers’ Favorite
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“A humorous story with important themes.”
“Perfect teaching moments that parents and teachers can use.”
“Teaches children the power of ‘I can.’”
— Liz Konkel, Readers’ Favorite