The Girl Who NEVER Made Mistakes: Reading Comprehension & Extension Activities

This fun story shows children that is OK to make mistakes and that it is part of learning and we should not be upset over them.

This teaching guide for "The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes" is a valuable resource for educators aiming to foster a growth mindset and resilience in their students. This delightful children's book, written by Mark Pett and Gary Rubinstein, tells the story of Beatrice Bottomwell, a young girl who has never made a mistake in her life. The teaching guide provides a framework to explore the themes of perfectionism, embracing imperfections, and the importance of learning from mistakes. It offers discussion questions that encourage critical thinking and reflection, prompting students to consider the pressure of perfection, the fear of failure, and the value of taking risks. The guide also includes engaging activities to enhance comprehension and promote self-reflection, such as role-playing scenarios, creative writing prompts, and collaborative projects. By using this teaching guide, educators can empower their students to embrace challenges, learn from their mistakes, and develop a resilient mindset that fosters personal growth and success.

This reading activity unit should be used with The Girl Who NEVER Made Mistakes by Mark Pett and Gary Rubinstein. It includes a video read aloud which can be used in class along with the book.

It includes:

. discussion and group interaction activities

. comprehension

. vocabulary work

. writing

. drawing extensions for this book.

This book is an excellent way to teach children that it is okay not to be perfect.

I recommend this book at the beginning of the school year as we get to know each other and when children are the most nervous about starting over.