Barnaby Bright and the Oops Wobble

A heartwarming picture book that helps children understand embarrassment, recover from awkward moments, and discover that one little "oops" does not define who they are.

Show-and-tell is going great.

Barnaby Bright is ready.

His classmates are watching.

And then...

OOPS!

Barnaby's backpack bursts open.

Rocks go everywhere.

Giggles fill the classroom.

And suddenly, something hot and prickly starts creeping all the way up to Barnaby's ears.

Then the Wobble appears.

It is dusty pink.

It is squirmy.

And right now, Barnaby wishes he could disappear.

Barnaby Bright and the Oops Wobble is a funny, reassuring story that helps young children understand embarrassment and those uncomfortable moments when something goes wrong in front of other people.

As Barnaby learns to name what he is feeling, take a slow breath, and discover that even grown-ups have their own embarrassing "oops" moments, children learn that mistakes happen to everyone, uncomfortable feelings pass, and one awkward moment is never the whole story.

Why families will love this book:

• Helps children recognise and understand feelings of embarrassment
• Reassures children that mistakes and awkward moments happen to everyone
• Encourages children to name difficult feelings instead of hiding them
• Builds confidence, resilience, empathy, and self-acceptance
• Opens meaningful conversations about mistakes, teasing, and recovering from an "oops"
• Combines emotional learning with warmth, humour, and relatable everyday situations

Perfect for children who are:

• Navigating embarrassing moments at school or around other people
• Worried about making mistakes in front of friends or classmates
• Learning that mistakes do not define who they are
• Building resilience and confidence after everyday mishaps
• Developing empathy when someone else has an "oops" moment

Ideal for bedtime reading, classrooms, nurseries, show-and-tell days, family story time, or anytime children need reassurance after an embarrassing or awkward moment.

Includes a page of gentle guidance for parents and caregivers on helping children understand and move through feelings of embarrassment.

Product Details

Recommended Age: 3–6 years
Format: Paperback Picture Book
Pages: 32 full-colour pages
Size: 8.5 × 8.5 inches
Language: English
Series: Book Nine of the Barnaby Bright series

A comforting story that reminds every child that everyone has an "oops" sometimes, and those moments never last as long as they feel like they will.

Help your little one face mistakes with confidence, kindness, and a little more courage for the next try. Order your copy today.

Please note: Cover and interior artwork shown are concept illustrations. The final printed edition may differ slightly.