Lets Be Friends!

Lets Be Friends! Synopsis

What character strengths do you want your children or students to have? How can you teach resilience in a way that carries them through the tough times? Enter Let's Be Friends: Meet New Friends from Around the World! Join the main character, Damien, as he meets real-life children from all corners of the earth. Each new friend describes a different character trait, and talks about how they live out that trait in their real lives. Children learn best from one another, and our beautifully diverse friends from around the world have so much to teach us! Character strength concepts include: Having a growth mindset Building self-esteem Using a positive response to a difficult situation Focusing on tasks Having hope Mindfulness Perseverance And so much more! Scientifically researched benefits from focusing on character strengths include: Resilience building Decrease in bullying behaviors and tolerance for bullies Increased academic success Discovery of talents Building a strong positive identity and sense of self Creating a "toolbox" of positive emotions and mindset to tap into during times of trouble And many more! Perfect for the home or the classroom, with a focus on diversity and the character strengths that can be found in all of us, Let's Be Friends stirs the imagination and pushes kids to find the strengths that they possess. Pick up your copy today and let the worldwide adventure begin!

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