The popular cartoon has been delivering heartfelt humor for almost three decades. But turns out this colorful character has a ...

Perseverance, sometimes called grit, is being able to work toward and maintain passion for a long-term goal despite obstacles and setbacks. There has been a lot of discussion on grit in recent years, ...

Stories of courage, ingenuity, determination and perseverance can inspire kids in many important ways. Such is the case with the books reviewed today. In our cultural climate, where young and old ...

My 6-year-old was excited to make a star out of sticks and string, but as the materials tangled, his frustration spiked. So we took a break and went on a walk together. “Do you remember when you were ...

EDWARDSVILLE/GLEN CARBON - Albert Cassens Elementary School fourth graders are pleased to announce they would thrive in an extreme survival situation.The ...

Schools across Iowa are full of lessons on math, reading and writing. But one educator is making sure she teaches her students some of life's greatest lessons of empathy and perseverance. <OH MY ...