Sophia the Sloth Gains Motivation and Grit: From a Drowsy Dreamer to a Motivated Mammal: A Humorous Picture Book and Socioemotional Tale for Kids Ages - Paperback by Books by splitShops

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by Julia Ivanytska (Illustrator), Stacy Shaneyfelt (Author)

Do you struggle with motivating young kids to do chores, listen to basic instructions, complete homework, and other tasks? Are your students ever lazy or reluctant to show a can-do attitude in life? Have you been seeking a fun and effective book about grit, self-talk, and a growth mindset? Well, swing from the Nicaraguan treetops with Sophia the Sloth, the snooze queen of the rainforest who discovers an easy acronym called GRIT.

In sum, this cuddy critter will guide readers on a colorful, cute, musical, comedic, and educational journey of transformation. Meet and greet Sophia the Sloth Gains Motivation and Grit: From A Drowsy Dreamer to A Motivated Mammal by Stacy J. Shaneyfelt. Written by a parent of two youngsters, a veteran English/Drama teacher, and a world traveler, the author aims to demonstrate how to apply a growth mindset using rhyming reminders and a sassy sloth:

"Give all your efforts daily in life.

Refuse to quit, even in times of strife.

If you fail, get right back up again."

Trust that you can grow and win!"

Stop snoozing and buy now! You'll cheer and giggle along as this drowsy diva learns to "leap over lazy-Try this GRIT tip to bloom like a daisy..."

Check out some of the other major benefits of this clever book:

• Concrete examples of how to use positive self-talk.
• Over 10+ figurative language devices to hone ELA practice ELA skills.
• Gorgeous illustrations by a Ukranian artist.
• 10 +Kid-friendly grit affirmations and mantras, such as If I fail, I'll get back up again. Trust that I can grow and win!"
• A bonus gift of 10 free post-reading discussions, activities, and family fun enrichments to review and extend learning.
• 5-10+ new vocabulary words using context clues.