persistence

Retells the fable of a frustrated fox that, after many tries to reach a high bunch of grapes, decides they must be sour anyway.

With the lantern festival close at hand, Old Chan, the master paper lantern maker, must find an apprentice with the talent to continue his work.

A powerful wish allows the horse that Polly and her fatherdraw in the beach sand to come to life and pursue her dream of reaching the stars.

Carmen takes surfing lessons while on a school trip.

Two brief stories demonstrate the importance of staying calm and thinking about how to solve the problem when things do not work on the first try.

The Little Angel of Persistence tries to help Stanley understand the value of not giving up on various activities.

A biography of Maurice Richard, whose tenacity in the face of many injuries helped him become one of Canada's finest hockey players.

An introduction to the life of Nelson Mandela, the South African president, who spent twenty-seven years in prison for speaking out against discrimination in his country.

Manifesting itself as persistence, undaunted courage, determination, steadfastness, and a refusal to back down in the face of adversity, grit is a character strength that can lead to success no matter how high the obstacles. Readers learn how to acquire and demonstrate grit in their daily lives.

Although Alex is nervous about his role in the approaching baseball playoffs and championship game, he soon figures out how to fix his mistakes and become a better player.