resilience (personality trait) in children

"The brain is either in a reactive (no) state, which makes us rigid and self-conscious, putting us on high alert for rules and consequences; or in a receptive (yes) state, which is what enables curiosity and creativity, and fosters resilience. Most traditional learning environments--and many parenting approaches--necessarily trigger the 'no' state in children (allowing teachers and school systems to assess and manage them), but parents can nurture the mindset that leads to authentic happiness and success by supplying children with neurological counterbalancing 'yes brain' experiences and interactions. [The authors] . . . explain the underpinnings of this neurological dichotomy, and give parents the scripts, ideas and activities for igniting and wiring the 'yes' state in kids of all ages"--Provided by publisher.

Provides background information about resiliency theory and explains how to incorporate resiliency into ongoing curriculums, discussing resiliency building as it relates to character education, multiple intelligence theory, emotional intelligence, service learning, and violence prevention.

"This research-based curriculum features 15 lessons that use the latest information about the brain to dramatically improve behavior and learning for all students. Each lesson offers easy strategies for helping students focus their attention, improve their self-regulation, build resilience to stress, and to develop a positive mind-set in both school and life." -- Back cover.

Presents a guide for teachers on how to prepare students for success in the real world.

A guide to being resilient for children, with advice and practical strategies on how to know yourself better, deal with decisions, compromise, cope with stress, and more.

Discusses the importance of fostering the qualities of resilience in children, and offers specific ideas and strategies designed to help parents raise strong, hopeful, optimistic children.

Offers a program for parents and teachers to teach children the skills of optimism needed to combat depression. Based on the results of a long-term research project on preventing depression.