Madison and the Two Wheeler
When she learns that her friend can ride her bike without training wheels, Madison wants to get rid of hers. She finds the wobbliness of her two-wheeler scary and fears she will fall. Discouraged, she gives up. Her parents both remind her, It takes time and hard work to learn anything new. Later her friend tells her that the baby birds they have been watching are learning to fly. Madison thinks about how hard that must be for the birds and decides that she will try again. Madison's parents are supportive without being overbearing ... The expressive, pastel-colored watercolor illustrations complement the story well. Overall, this is a useful book for children who are attempting something new and difficult. --School Library Journal