52 pages 1 hour read

Paul Tough

How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity, and the Hidden Power of Character

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012

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Paul Tough's How Children Succeed receives praise for its compelling argument on the role of character traits in a child's success. Critics value its emphasis on grit, curiosity, and perseverance over traditional metrics like IQ. Some, however, argue it leans too heavily on anecdotal evidence and lacks sufficient scientific rigor. Overall, it's an insightful read on educational development.

Who should read this

Who Should Read How Children Succeed?

Readers who appreciate investigative narratives like Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell or Grit by Angela Duckworth will be drawn to How Children Succeed by Paul Tough. This book appeals to educators, parents, and anyone interested in child development, focusing on the impact of character and resilience over IQ for success.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Education
Psychology
Parenting
Themes
Natural World: Nurture v. Nature
Identity: Mental Health
Identity: Race
Genre
Children's Literature
Education
Psychology