Jessica Lahey (Twitter) is the author of “The Gift of Failure” and writes for The Atlantic and the New York Times, and other publications. Here are a bunch of other great books she recommends.

• Addressing effort

• Oversimplification of Carol Dweck’s work.

• Failure isn’t important, but what the person learns is important.

• Teach kids to be more patient with their own frustration.

• Make it Stick book

• Give honest feedback

• Feedback needs to be relevant

• Transparency and honesty with kids

• Goals are important

• Adapt by Tim Harford

• How to be a transformative Principal? Show respect for the growth your teachers are trying to make.

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