Best of
Growth-Mindset

2019

Maybe: A Story About the Endless Potential in All of Us


Kobi Yamada - 2019
    New York Times best-selling author Kobi Yamada has written a story about the unbound potential you hold inside. With striking, realistic illustrations, it's a reminder that you were meant for incredible things. And maybe, just maybe, you will exceed your wildest dreams.

A Little SPOT of Anger: A Story About Managing BIG Emotions


Diane Alber - 2019
    They will realize they can manage their spots of emotions with fun counting and breathing techniques by watching a fun illustrated ANGRY SPOT start to shrink down.

Sticks


Diane Alber - 2019
    It's about finding yourself in a situation that didn't turn out like you expected and having your friends and family help you find he courage to pick yourself back up and persevere.

Never Let A Dinosaur Scribble!


Diane Alber - 2019
    He wonders what would happen if he just gave him one crayon to scribble with, and realizes that the dinosaur had other ideas in mind! The dinosaur ends up creating too much, creating a whole new set of problems. But with a little imagination makes the most magnificent art! And realizes that at first things can look like a disaster but in the end become a true masterpiece!

You Are Your Strong


Danielle Dufayet - 2019
    With diverse characters and scenes featuring a range of different family relationships--from parents, to grandparents, to an older sister in the military--this book shows kids that they will have help along the way to being strong and in control. Includes a Note to Parents and Caregivers by Julia Martin Burch, PhD, with advice for building skills to navigate and cope with big emotions.

The Way of the Warrior: An Ancient Path to Inner Peace


Erwin Raphael McManus - 2019
    Warrior is a call to decisiveness, self-examination, and the pursuit of spiritual wholeness. Through the ancient biblical practices of humility, focus, ownership, clarity, strength, and vulnerability, he guides readers to a deeper understanding of their inner workings and provides the guidance they need to establish peace and tranquility in their homes, neighborhoods, communities, and even the world! In the style of a battle-wizened teacher, McManus delivers wisdom, instills passion, and provides the sacred movements needed to become the warrior you were meant to be.

From an Idea to Nike: How Marketing Made Nike a Global Success


Lowey Bundy Sichol - 2019
    Ever wonder how Nike became the athletics empire it is today? From an Idea to Nike digs into the marketing campaigns and strategy that turned this running-shoe company into the outfitter for many athletes as well as the iconic American brand. With infographics and engaging visuals throughout, this behind-the-scenes look into the historical and business side of Nike will be an invaluable resource for kids interested in what makes this business run.Find out where the name Nike came from and how the famous swoosh became the signature logo.Learn about the company's first marketing campaign with a star athlete. (Hint: It wasn’t Michael Jordan!) Explore the ways Nike expanded marketing from running to basketball, soccer, golf, and beyond!

From an Idea to Google: How Innovation at Google Changed the World


Lowey Bundy Sichol - 2019
    With humorous black & white illustrations throughout, learn about the company that even earned its own catchphrase: Google it!Today, Google is the number one internet search engine and the most visited website in the world. But a long time ago, two college friends, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, started out with just an idea. Find out more about Google’s history, the business, and the brand in this illustrated nonfiction book! Find out where the name “Google” came from. (Hint: It involves a LOT of zeros!) Discover how Google became the fastest and most popular internet search engine of all time. Explore how Google transformed from a tiny startup (in someone’s garage!) into one of the most powerful companies in the world.

Your Thoughts Matter: Negative Self-Talk, Growth Mindset


Esther Pia Cordova - 2019
    At times it’s confusing and hard to know which voice to listen to. With the help of her mother, she is able to understand that she has a choice, and that the choice she makes matters a great deal to her happiness.  Which voice will Romy listen to? Which voice does your child listen to? GET IT NOW and show your child that there is no ‘can’t’, there is only ‘can’t YET’!

Fantastic You


Danielle Dufayet - 2019
    Life is amazing when you share it with the people you love: family, friends, and always with YOU!Fantastic You shows readers how to develop and nurture a loving and positive relationship with themselves. Kids will learn that self-care includes positive self-talk and self-compassion for a happy, self-empowered life.

Be a Maker


Katey Howes - 2019
    This simple, layered story celebrates creativity through beautiful rhyming verse and vibrant illustrations with a timely message.-- "Journal"

Hey Awesome


Karen Young - 2019
    They would feel bigger than everything - as though a tiny, tip-toed stretch could have them touching the top of the world from where they are. This book is a reminder for all kids that everything they need to be brave, strong and brilliant is already in them.

All In: Taking a Gamble in Education


Kristen Nan - 2019
    By going “all in” with their relationship and creating an opportunity for chance, risk-taking, and rolling of the dice, they have begun to fuel change within their school district and extend learning beyond their very own walls. Are you ready to bet on education? Are you ready to take a chance on what’s best for every child? Are you willing to be the risk-taker? Are you ALL IN? It is time to gamble and take a bet on YOU in order to create the invaluable change needed in education! This book describes 27 Bets that need to be made for the betterment of every child. Following each Bet, is a Jackpot filled with important takeaways that you can put into action today! In addition, the Double Down will challenge you to create changes of epic proportion for your students, colleagues, community, and you! With a professional learning network built on change agents in education, ANTE UP affords you the opportunity to see how other educators from around the globe have raised the bar for all kids! Are you ready to pull the lever of the slot machine one more time?

Binkle's Time to Fly


Sharmila Collins - 2019
    He’ll finally have strong, beautiful wings to take him high into the sky! But when the day comes, something is terribly wrong. Why are Binkle’s wings so wispy and weak? How will he ever fly like the other butterflies if his wings are nothing like theirs?Yet with some help and creativity, maybe there’s more than one way to fly . . .As this charming, gorgeously illustrated story reminds us, life can present us with unwelcome challenges, but inventive alternatives and the support of others can make all the difference.

Some People Do


Frank Lowe - 2019
    Some People Do boils this topic down to provide the simplest of answers. By the time your child finishes reading this book, they will have been introduced to all facets of people, without any one being more revered than the other.

Unqualified Success: Bridging the Gap From Where You Are Today to Where You Want to Be to Achieve Massive Success


Rachel M. Stewart - 2019
    

running the distance


jared blank - 2019