Why do some people succeed and others fail? Sharing new insights from her landmark research on grit, MacArthur genius grant recipient Angela Duckworth explains why talent is hardly a guarantor of success. Rather, other factors can be even more crucial, such as identifying our passions and following through on our commitments. Drawing on her own story as the daughter of a scientist who frequently bemoaned her lack of smarts, Duckworth describes her...

Two best friends push off from shore for an aquatic adventure, but at every turn they have very different reactions to what is happening. The optimist sees opportunity, the pessimist sees danger. This delightful story of friendship subtly delivers a deeper message--life is what you make of it, and even when things seem darkest, don't give up, no matter what! Kwik and Kwak, two frogs with opposite personalities, set out on an adventure where they...

Get ready to meet a new rock group! From zippy, little pebbles to big strong boulders, the rocks get together to play and roll around their favorite hill, only to find that one of their friends, Ricky, can't roll with them. Unlike all of the others, who are all round, Ricky can't roll because he's flat on one side. Determined not to leave their friend behind, the rocks and the ladybug set out to help Ricky roll around-- one way or another. Join these...

Jada's working on her science project. She's finding out whether plants grow best in water, milk, juice, or soda. There's just one problem she keeps getting interrupted! Find out how Jada relies on grit to keep on going.

Tallulah loves the grace and elegance of ballet and can pirouette perfectly but at dance camp struggles to learn tap.

Princess Charming finds a way to shine when a movie superstar visits the castle for a special event.

A young boy finds his passion and purpose in life--playing the drums.

"In this book, readers learn the benefits of perseverance, resilience, and grit. They also learn ways to develop these traits and how to encourage them in others. Developing inner strength helps readers to create constructive attitudes, build confidence, and foster positive peer networks. Social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support growth mindset throughout, while Try This! and Grow with Goals activities at the end of the book further reinforce...

When a young rabbit quits soccer after a disappointing first game, her family encourages her to keep trying.