Mindset by Carol Dweck

HF Parent/Teacher Book Study - Part 1, Chapters 1-3

"When they tell me I can't, it really gets me going."

p.23, Mindset, Carol Dweck

How many of us could truthfully make this statement? How many of our children and students feel this way? The best way to teach this to the next generation is to model it for them. When we encounter obstacles, we must react the way we would like to see our children react.

How Not to Raise a Quitter by Dr. Michele Borba

Here is a great article by Dr. Michele Borba that gives excellent advice on encouraging children to "stick to it."

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Padlet Discussion Board

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Growth Mindset Video of the Month

Growth Mindset Animation

Growth Mindset Books for Kids


The Most Magnificent Thing A young girl tries to create her vision, and learns about perseverance along the way.	Rosie Revere, Engineer Rosie's ideas are "different" - but that doesn't mean she should quit.	Iggy Peck, Architect Iggy loves to build - to the consternation of his teacher. But his passion becomes a lifeline when the students become stranded on a class trip.