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How Children Succeed
Paul Tough
Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character
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These abstracts explore the reasons why some people struggle in school and later on in life, and why others thrive and prosper. Using scientific studies and data from real schools, the abstracts dive into the hidden factors that affect the success of children.
About the author
Paul Tough is a Canadian-American author. His previous publications include Whatever It Takes: Geoffrey Canada's Quest to Change Harlem and America.
Who might enjoy this content?
- Anyone who is or is going to become a parent, grandparent or godparent
- Anyone who works with children, especially teachers and coaches
- Anyone who wants to develop oft-neglected skills that are just as important as cognitive skills to their future success
