“What pushes middle school students…
October 30, 2013 § Leave a comment
…is the unexpected experience of someone taking them seriously.” – Paul Tough
This simple but clear idea is one of many nuggets in a terrific book that I recommend to anyone interested in mentoring or making a difference with young people. Teachers, sailing school and junior program directors would be well served to read How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character, by Paul Tough. Get it here:
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