Kimmy Can't

Lack of motivation and giving up too easily when challenged impede children's learning and social interactions. Geared for young children (ages 4-8), "Kimmy Can't" targets children's negative self-talk, not trying, and giving up. A teacher helps Kimmy think about what she is able to do rather than what she can't do. The teacher encourages Kimmy to keep trying rather than saying "Kimmy can't. " The book ends with Kimmy's positive self-talk as she takes on challenging tasks, she declares, "Kimmy can. ".