We learn a lot about good habits of mind from real people, real stories. This is the story of Nick who overcame the odds and who displayed great tenacity and persistence! We used his story during our 2 day camp as a springboard to learn about persistence and many other good habits of mind! Have a look at this video and read and complete the worksheets that follow! Think also about the other good habits of mind that Nick embodies!
"Nothing in the world can take the place of Persistence.
Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful individuals with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb.
Education alone will not; the world is full of educated derelicts.
Persistence and Determination alone are omnipotent."
-- Calvin Coolidge
"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy."
-- Martin Luther King Jr.
"The true test of character is not how much we know how to do, but how we behave when we don't know what to do."
-- John Holt
