determination (personality trait)

Grit can be described as a combination of persistence and resilience. No matter what challenges arise, a person with grit never gives up on achieving their goals. Get helpful ideas, practical tips, and inspiring stories about how the power of grit can help you reach your goals. From ways to deal with stumbling blocks to how to stay focused on pursuing your goals, learn how to step forward with grit along the sometimes bumpy road to success!.

Sixteen-year-old Gravity Delgado has been breaking records and competitors since she started boxing with a legendary coach at age twelve, and now will reach the Olympics if her home life and romance do not distract her.

A fun-filled, shared game of pretending to be fearless pirates is challenged by Lou's friends' suggestion that they use a tall tree as their ship, an idea that is compromised by Lou's fears about climbing up so high.

Presents a collection of photographs showcasing the surfing skills and life of Bethany Hamilton, a professional surfer who continued surfing even after she lost one of her arms. Offers anecdotes from Bethany herself, urging readers to use their faith, love, and passion to achieve their goals against the odds.

"From the moment he is hatched, Gilbert the penguin dreams of flying one day and, despite being discouraged by family members, finally finds a way to do just that"--Provided by publisher.

Ben practices a new move that he hopes will help his soccer team make it to the league play-offs, but has trouble executing it on the field and worries he does not have what it takes to win.

When Madison tries to ride her bike without training wheels, she feels discouraged at how hard it is, but with determination and the help of her parents, she finally succeeds.

In his determination to pitch for his neighborhood baseball team, twelve-year-old T.J. adopts the unorthodox style of the legendary Rip Sewell.