Hello Brain?

This delightful new book brings Growth Mindset language into your child’s world through 6 beautifully illustrated stories.The concept of a Growth and Fixed Mindset was developed by psychologist Prof Carol Dweck and popularized in her book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. Hello Brain shows, teachers, parents and children what both of these mindsets look like in common events that happen everyday. Has your child ever felt worried or nervous about something new, or felt angry or upset when they got in trouble or just felt frustrated when things got too hard? In ‘Hello Brain?’ Clarissa Johnson has penned 6 social stories in which the characters learn how to change how they were feeling and become more in control of their reactions and responses! First day at school – new experiences – being nervousFrustration when learning something new – taking risksBeing aware of and choosing behavioursManaging emotionsThe power of the words we useUncertainty and anxietyThey learn that by “talking to their brain” they can do many more things than they thought were possible in the beginning.”Hello Brain?”  is intended to be read to children by parents and teachers to stimulate discussion about the language to use to support and empower their children. By using and modelling the language demonstrated in “Hello Brain?” you can reinforce a positive growth mindset that will change the way your child thinks and responds to challenges … it may also change how you think! :)Book FeaturesAppropriate for ages 3-126 Social StoriesEach story is brought to life with a beautiful illustrationSocial stories are proven to be an especially effective teaching tool for children on the autistic spectrumReal-world examples of Growth Mindset language that you can use immediately!How to use this book Parents – Read with your children and then discuss each story and use the language Teachers – Use in the Classroom – school packs and 12 months of growth mindset lessons and resources also available!Go to www.hellobrain.com.au for more supporting resources to get the most out of this book. This book is the perfect gift for any occasion but a special standout as a back-to-school gift. Clarissa Johnson has been teaching in Primary schools for more than 20 years. In this time she became intensely aware of the difference that language can make to children’s learning. This book is part of a growing resource bank Clarissa is developing that will help parents and teachers replicate the amazing improvements she has seen, and continues to see, in children every day. I have seen time and again the difference a few simple phrases can make to a child’s resilience, ability to learn and overall happiness. The joy of seeing this change is something I want to share with all teachers and parents. If you buy this book today, thank-you, thank-you, thank-you. The daily use of Growth Mindset language is one of the most powerful teaching tools I have ever used so I know this will work for you too.It would really mean the world to me if you could share your stories in the comments below or on the hellobrain facebook page. Please reach out to me as I would love to connect. Thank-you!   Clarissa Johnson