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Mistakes Happen—And That’s Okay!

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Let’s talk about mistakes. We all make them, but why do they feel so scary? Are we afraid of being judged? Probably. Are we worried about not being perfect? Definitely. Are we concerned that we’ll do something that can’t be fixed? That too.


But here’s the truth: most mistakes just need a creative solution.


As a self-published author, I love having full control over my books—from the stories to the illustrations to the hidden surprises on each page. But that also means that when a mistake slips through, it’s all on me. Even though my books go through many hands and careful eyes before they make it into the world, sometimes little things still sneak by… like a mischievous little typo playing hide-and-seek.


When I discovered a mistake in the first round of printed books, I had two choices: quietly fix it and move on or share the lesson. And really, how could I talk to kids about learning and growing if I pretended to be perfect? So, instead of panicking (okay, maybe I panicked a little), I decided to have some fun with it.





If you have one of the lucky first prints, congratulations! You now own a collector’s edition—a rare, one-of-a-kind copy with a hidden Easter egg! Or, as some may call it… a mistake. But I like “Easter egg” better.


So grab your magnifying glass, put on your detective hat, and get ready to play Find the Mistake!


A child sitting in the sunshine reading What Does It Mean to Be Smart? by Kelly Shuto.
A child sitting in the sunshine reading What Does It Mean to Be Smart? by Kelly Shuto.

Bonus points if you turn it into a family game night (but no prizes for finding extra mistakes, please—my nerves can only take so much).


Happy hunting, and remember: mistakes aren’t the end of the world. Sometimes, they make the best stories.


Kelly ❤️

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