Louis and the Stinky Mistake: Look Before You Leap (HARDCOVER) | Children's Book about Making Mistakes

by Tess Grandison

Louis the fluffy white pup loves adventure — and mud.  But when a murky puddle turns out to be something far stinkier, Louis finds himself in a hilariously smelly situation.  

From dodging baths to making everyone laugh, Louis soon discovers that even the messiest mistakes can lead to learning, laughter, and second chances.  

Perfect for ages 4–8, this rhyming, laugh-out-loud story is ideal for:  

✔ Bedtime giggles and joyful read-alouds

✔ Teaching gentle lessons about hygiene, responsibility, and self-awareness

✔ Fans of The Pigeon Needs a Bath and Pig the Pug

With rhythmic rhyme, playful humour, and a lovable pup at its heart, Louis and the Stinky Mistake will have children asking for "just one more read!"  

Get ready to sniff, giggle, and cheer for Louis's squeaky-clean surprise.  

Designed to pair with Legacy Read-Aloud editions, preserving a loved one's voice alongside the story.

• Hardcover format: 8" × 8"

• Cover: Matte laminated hardcover

• Cover stock: Coated silk, white 150–200gsm 

• Interior pages: 170gsm coated silk 

• Paper certification: FSC / PEFC-certified or equivalent sustainable paper

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Louis and the Stinky Mistake is a humorous, rhyming picture book for children aged 4–8 that gently explores hygiene, responsibility, and learning from mistakes.   With playful language and engaging illustrations, this durable hardcover edition is designed for repeated shared reading and is an ideal companion to sponsored Legacy Read-Aloud (LRA) editions.  

This title supports early literacy through rhyme, repetition, and expressive read-aloud language.  It introduces social-emotional learning themes such as personal responsibility, self-care, and resilience in an age-appropriate and engaging way.

✔ Suitable for classroom, library, and literacy program use.