For parents

Mindset

by Carol S. Dweck

The research behind the 'growth mindset': why believing abilities can grow changes how children (and adults) learn, fail and succeed.

Why we recommend this book

Changes how you praise — effort and strategy instead of 'you're so clever' — and helps children keep going.

What your child can learn

Growth mindset
Effort
Learning

Age: For parents
Language: English
Publisher: Ballantine Books
First published: 2007
Pages: 256
ISBN: 9780345472328

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