Grit, Perseverance, Resiliency

Competition is a natural, and in most instances, healthy part of growing up. We encourage our students and athletes to strive to be the best they can be. Reinforce the message and social skill of "Displaying Good Sportsmanship" from Bryan Smith's...

It's easy for kids to feel sad when bad things happen in their lives. It's so important for children to learn how to deal with difficult times in positive ways so they can be successful at home, in school, and with others. Reinforce the message from...

Teaching children how to have a positive and determined mindset is so important! Reinforce the "gonna-get-it-done" message from Bryan Smith's Mindset Matters storybook, by displaying this colorful 8.5"x11" poster in classrooms, hallways,...

Overreacting is common for children, but as they get older, it becomes more important that they learn to manage their emotions and practice flexible thinking. Reinforce the message from Bryan Smith's My Day is Ruined! storybook, by displaying...

When children don't get what they want or expect, they often get upset and angry. Reacting calmly and appropriately during these times is an important skill for children to learn and use to be successful at home, school, and with others. Reinforce the...

It seems every day we face more and more responsibilities. Some people are naturally resilient and able to manage the resulting stress easily, while others are not. For most, stress-management is something that needs to be taught. Reinforce the message...

Most children experience bouts of procrastination or avoidance behavior. But when those behaviors develop into a pattern that has a negative impact, it's time to work on developing the ability to take initiative and stop making excuses. Reinforce...

The one thing all of us have in common is that we have to solve problems and challenges of various degrees. A lucky few among us always seem to resolve complex problems successfully by thinking critically and logically. Even the most talented problem...

Students will become creative when discussing and being reminded to always show good sportsmanship. Start off by reading Bryan Smith’s If Winning Isn’t Everything, Why Do I Hate to Lose? storybook to your class. Once the story has been...

Students will use their creativity and imagination to create a story of their own on the meaning of good sportsmanship. From Bryan Smith's If Winning Isn't Everything, Why Do I Hate to Lose? Activity Guide, this lesson offers a great blended learning...