Pop some popcorn and curl up on the couch (or sit back in the classroom) and bond over these 15 meaningful films. These inspiring movies about change and growth teach children valuable lessons abou...

Perseverance and especially passion may sound unteachable, but they aren’t. It just takes time and consistency. Repeat the following activities with your child to help him develop his inner gritti...

Growth mindset is powerful. But how can you help your children (or students) develop it? The reality is most parents and teachers are not sure where to start.  It took us many months of research to...

It's been quite a year! We were faced with circumstances none of us ever expected or imagined. Take a deep breath, and pat yourself on the back. We made it. Make way for 2021! Writing down our goal...

We all know that setting and achieving goals is a life skill necessary for success and happiness. But it’s one that even adults REALLY struggle with: Studies say that only about 8% of people achiev...

If you’ve ever had to manage a meltdown after opening gifts, you know that kids who are disappointed or even angry about gifts can be difficult to console. Parents concerned about materialism and l...

At-home holidays call for extra creativity to keep the kids entertained and in the holiday spirit! This free printable promotes growth mindset qualities through a fun multi-age hide-and-seek advent...

The holidays look very different this year. Annual travel plans are on hold and families aren’t able to gather. School celebrations have been moved to Zoom. Gift budgets are tight or uncertain. All...

Join our Holiday Window Challenge and raise encouragement and solidarity in your neighborhood with a simple act of kindness. Decorate your window displays with inspiring messages and crafts that br...

We already know that teens have enormous potential for growth and learning. Studies show the adolescent brain is wired to learn, and increased neuroplasticity means their brains make connections li...

The Big Life Journal Kindness & Charity Contest emerged to inspire kids to choose kindness and create a kinder future together by offering a meaningful opportunity to learn and grow through emp...

For children, some of the most powerful tools for learning include examples and play. The adults in their lives are the most important examples, but movies and television help reinforce important m...