Being a risk-taker is one of the IB Learner Profile characteristics that we should be encouraging in students. Here are some of my favorite books for encouraging this important skill.
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In my classroom, I organize my classroom library by IB learner profile characteristic. You can read all about how I organize it here. This makes it easier for me to find books to focus on different learner profile attributes. It also helps students keep the learner profile in mind. Here are 5 excellent books for the IB learner profile trait of being a risk-taker.
Favorite books for teaching students to be a risk-taker
Jabari Jumps is probably my all time favorite picture book of all time. This beautiful story captures the fear you feel before taking a risk and the joy you feel once you’ve given it a try. Jabari wants to jump off the high dive, however, once it’s his turn, he is too scared. After some stretches and some wise advice from his dad, he finally conquers his fear.
The You Choose Series is such a fun series to add to your risk-taker collection! These choose your own adventure books require students to take risks as they pick what happens next in the story. There are a variety of versions. My students are a fav of all of them!
Sheila Rae the Brave is about a brave girl who finds herself in a bit of a scary situation. It’s a great book about being brave, taking risks, and being there for each other.
Owl Moon is a beautiful book about a girl and her father going out owling at night. It’s a lovely tale of companionship and can create a great conversation about trying new things and taking risks.
The Sandwich Swap is a great book about how our differences don’t need to divide us and being willing to try new things. This books can be a great discussion starter and is a perfect addition to your risk-taker books in your classroom.
