Think Big: Believe, Achieve, and Soar High: A book designed to teach children about growth mindset and fixed mindset in a fun and engaging manner.

Think Big: A Heartwarming Story of Growth Mindset and Resilience for Kids Are you looking for an inspiring picture book to introduce young readers to the concepts of growth mindset vs. fixed mindset? This book empowers kids to handle challenges with confidence and is a perfect addition to any collection of picture books about growth mindset. Meet Maria, a bright and courageous young girl who happens to be a type 1 diabetes warrior. In her journey, Maria is guided by two unique friends: Mr. Big, her positive, uplifting companion who embodies a growth mindset and encourages her to embrace challenges; and Mr. Small, a cautious voice that sometimes brings doubts but helps her make careful choices. Together, they show Maria, and young readers, the power of believing in oneself and the benefits of taking thoughtful risks. This story serves as an invaluable emotional regulation tool for kids, helping children understand and manage their feelings in the face of obstacles. Through relatable characters and engaging storytelling, Think Big teaches kids about balancing emotions and developing self-awareness. Maria’s experience reminds children that they can face anything with a positive outlook and perseverance, no matter the hurdles they encounter. Think Big is ideal for parents, educators, and caregivers seeking a resource to teach critical thinking for kids in an accessible and relatable way. Whether you're searching for resilience books for kids or self-awareness books for kids, this story is crafted to inspire and educate. Think Big makes a perfect type 1 diabetic gift because its main character, Maria, is a resilient type 1 diabetes warrior, shown with her insulin pod on her arm as part of her everyday life. This casual, authentic representation helps normalize type 1 diabetes in children’s literature, allowing young readers to see themselves in the stories they read. Through Maria’s journey, kids learn that diabetes is simply part of her day-to-day experiences, not something that defines her. This story fosters understanding and empowers children to embrace their unique qualities with pride and confidence. 

Think Big: A Fun, Engaging Guide to Navigating Inner Voices and Building Resilience
What if kids could learn early on to recognize their inner voices and make empowered choices? Think Big offers a creative and relatable way to introduce children to these essential concepts.

• Meet the Brain Buddies
  
  • Mr. Big: The encouraging voice of a growth mindset, helping kids tackle challenges with confidence and positivity.
    
  • Mr. Small: The voice of a fixed mindset, reflecting doubts and fears, guiding kids to be cautious and aware of their inner struggles.
    
• Teaching Growth Mindset Through Tangible Characters
  
  • Kids will easily grasp the difference between positive and negative thinking, learning how to navigate both in a fun and memorable way.
    
  • Emphasizes that mistakes and setbacks are natural and part of the learning process.
    
• Empowering Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
  
  • Helps children develop self-awareness and emotional regulation by understanding and managing their thoughts.
    
  • Provides practical tools for resilience and decision-making in various situations.
    
• Authentic Type 1 Diabetes Representation
  
  • Features Maria, a spirited young girl living with type 1 diabetes. Her insulin pod is a natural part of her life, offering representation that normalizes diabetes for young readers.
    
  • Inspires children with diabetes to see themselves in stories, reinforcing that their condition is just one part of their unique journey.
    

  • Think Big is an invaluable resource for parents, educators, and caregivers, teaching kids to embrace challenges and thrive with a balanced, resilient mindset.