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Growth Mindset Lifestyle: Grit by Design
A Parent and Teacher Guide to 5-Minute Activities That Build Confidence, Emotional Regulation, and Resilience in Kids and Teens
T.L. McCullough, M.A.T. · Published May 2026
What if the most powerful thing you could do for a child took only five minutes? This practical guide gives parents and teachers simple, research-backed tools that build confidence, emotional regulation, and resilience in children and teens. Three phases, ten chapters, and activities designed for real family and classroom life.
Formats: Kindle eBook · Paperback · Hardbound
Grit by Design: My Big Feelings
SEL Stories and Activities for Emotions, Confidence, and Resilience
T.L. McCullough, M.A.T. · A Kids Activity Book for Ages 7–9
Give your child the gift of growth. Feelings. Confidence. Resilience. One story at a time. This book contains five heartfelt stories and hands-on activities designed for ages 7–9. Every section works together to build lasting confidence with activities covering Academic Skills, Social Emotional Learning, and Growth Mindset.
Formats: Paperback
Grit by Design: My Choices Matter
Social Emotional Learning Stories and Activities for Decision Making, Self-Confidence, and Resilience
T.L. McCullough, M.A.T. · A Kids Activity Book for Ages 10–12
Meet Olivia, Liam, and Steady the Tortoise — three friends navigating the real choices tweens actually face. With colorful illustrations, hands-on activities, and a growing toolbox of decision-making skills, My Choices Matter helps tweens navigate friendships, screen time, and self-confidence.
Formats: Paperback
Grit by Design: One Week at a Time
A 40-Week School Planner & Journal for Teens
T.L. McCullough, M.A.T.
A 40-week school planner and journal for teens focused on study skills, habits, goals, and a growth mindset.
Formats: Paperback
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Can Your Tablet Do That?
A Steady the Tortoise Story
T.L. McCullough · A Children’s Picture Book
Join Steady the Tortoise in this charming picture book that celebrates curiosity, nature, and the things a tablet simply can’t replace — like getting outside, exploring the world, and connecting with the people you love.
Formats: Paperback
¿Puede tu tableta hacer ESO?
Una historia de Steady la Tortuga
T.L. McCullough · Spanish Edition
Join Steady the Tortoise in this heartwarming Spanish-language children’s story about curiosity, creativity, and finding a healthy balance between technology and real-world experiences. Discover the joy of exploring nature, spending time with family, and creating meaningful memories beyond the screen.
Formats: Paperback
Discover What You Can Do!
Coloring & Activity Book for Kids
T.L. McCullough, M.A.T. · A Children’s Coloring & Activity Book
Meet Steady the Tortoise in a creative coloring and activity book that invites kids to explore, imagine, create, connect, and discover what they can do beyond the page. With engaging black-and-white illustrations, seasonal activities, drawing opportunities, and real-world inspiration, Discover What You Can Do! encourages creativity, confidence, kindness, movement, and hands-on fun for children across the elementary years.
Formats: Paperback
"Bonding between adult and child is the invisible curriculum — the relationship that makes every expectation possible."
— Chapter 4 · Growth Mindset Lifestyle: Grit by Design · T.L. McCullough
