The Fall of the Wibbly Wobbly Tower
- by Gary Benz
What if mistakes weren't the end... but the beginning of something even better?
What if every failing was part of building something wonderful?
In an Australia dry, sun-baked valley, a small creature named Oakley dreams of helping others by building a towering structure to bring shade to the land. But each time he tries the tower wibbles, it wobbles... and it falls.
The crows laugh. Doubt creeps in. And Oakley begins to believe that maybe he's just not meant to succeed.
But when a kind bunny named Summer helps Oakley look at his so-called failures from a new perspective, everything changes.
Brought to life with warm,
hand-painted watercolor illustrations
,
is a touching story that shows kids-and the grownups who love them-that mistakes don't define us. They shape us.
An ideal resource for parents, teachers, and counselors who want to:
Teach resilience
through relatable storytelling and gentle humor
Help kids talk about
failure
in a healthy, empowering way
Support
growth mindset
development and real-world problem-solving
Strengthen
self-esteem
by showing that it's okay to fail and try again
Remind readers that
every mistake
can be a step toward something bigger
Perfect for children ages 3-8. Whether you're reading at bedtime, in a classroom, or during a quiet moment of reflection, this story offers a meaningful way to talk about trying, failing, and finding unexpected success. Join Oakley the beaver in a celebration of effort, perspective, and the quiet courage to begin again.
Original watercolor illustrations bring every wobble, tumble, and triumph to life.
Each page is lovingly illustrated with hand-done watercolor, adding warmth and charm to Oakley's journey-making this a story to treasure visually as much as emotionally.
Stories like this don't just entertain-they stick with kids.
If your child has ever struggled with making mistakes, felt discouraged, or questioned their worth after a setback, this book can open the door to a conversation that matters.
Bring
into your home or classroom today-and help kids see that when we look at failure differently, we discover just how much we've grown.