Dave, Don't Give Up!

Dave, Don’T Give Up! by Olaf Falafel is a hilarious, big-hearted picture book about resilience that’s made for repeat read-alouds and plenty of giggles. With a dung beetle hero who’s doing his best, it delivers encouragement without ever feeling preachy.

Dave has one seriously tricky job: roll an ENORMOUS ball of dung up a very steep hill. He’s tough, but the path is full of obstacles that test more than just his beetle strength. As setbacks stack up, Dave has to dig deep, rethink his approach, and keep going—one determined push at a time.

Perfect for preschool and early primary kids who love funny animal stories, and for families and classrooms looking for stories about perseverance, confidence, and a growth mindset.

Pop it in your basket and meet Dave—he’s the kind of tiny hero you’ll be cheering for from page one.