Inspire students in grades 5 through 10 to develop social-emotional intelligence necessary for future success as they pursue their goals and dreams. In Grit & Bear It! students are introduced to the concept of “grit” through stunning illustrations and straight-forward statements. Use as a catalyst to expand the development of executive function skills such as planning, perseverance, and risk-taking. Help your students avoid giving up or taking the easy way out and to see mistakes and failures as opportunities for progress. The book is a pictorial reminder of the power of GRIT – Generating Relentless Inner Toughness. 32 pgs. This is the first book in the From Black & White to Living Color series. Extend the learning with GRIT & Bear It! Activity Guide  Purchase as a bundle and SAVE! Other titles written by Tamara Zentic: ZEST: Live It! and ZEST: Live It! Activity Guide 13 & Counting: Be the Difference! 13 & Counting: Does a Hamburger Have to Be Round? 13 & Counting: Rescue Me? deCoding Respect deCoding Respect Downloadable eBook Published by Boys Town Press ISBN: 978-1-934490-64-8 "Great little book. Good for children or to turn into a staff development for teachers or child care providers." - Kent, Amazon "I teach 5th - 8th grade students with emotional disabilities. This book is a useful resource for teaching social skills and executive functioning when used with the seperate activity guide." - BDM, Amazon "I'm a school counselor & I used this book for 4th grade guidance lessons. I love the colorful way the message is presented. I would highly recommend it!" - Kelly Locke, Amazon Tamara Zentic is a veteran middle school teacher with more than 20 years of experience. She holds a master's degree in youth development and has a unique eye for creating lessons and strategies that tap into the emotional world of students.