How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character

by Paul Tough

Book Overview

"A persuasive wake-up call."--People

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

From the award-winning journalist Paul Tough, a provocative and profound examination of childhood success and character--an insightful study that reveals the power to transform young people's lives.

Why do some children succeed while others fail? The story we usually tell about childhood and success is the one about intelligence: success comes...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0544104404
• ISBN13: 9780544104402
• Release Date: July 2013
• Publisher: Mariner Books
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.2" x 7.9"