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Gritty Kitty - by John Hutton (Board Book)

Gritty Kitty - by  John Hutton (Board Book)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"Resilience, or "grit," is the ability to keep going through difficult situations, such as a playground fall, an uncomfortable feeling, or traumatic life event. For each, the ability to recover using inner strength and family support is a strong predictor of healthy development and success in school and life. The Amierican Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and American Psychological Association (APA) recommend ways to help children become more 'gritty.'"--Page 4 of cover.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>"Gritty Kitty, stumble and fall, stand back up--no problem at all!" Young readers will see themselves in Gritty Kitty when Gritty takes a tumble on the playground, struggles to wait patiently for a turn with a favorite toy, and experiences other everyday hurdles. But through grit and resilience, Gritty Kitty learns to get right back up again. With gentle humor, this book encourages young readers to find their own inner strength.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"A gem of a book that encourages kids to toughen up, gently. (starred review)" --<i>Kirkus Reviews</i><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Christina Brown</b> is a professional illustrator, but she never would have become one without a little grit! <b>Dr. John Hutton</b> is a pediatrician and author from Cincinnati, Ohio. His areas of expertise include reading, screen time, and early brain development. He is passionate about the power of books to help children understand, imagine, and grow.

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