Curated OER
Kids Talk About First Time
Children talk about the first time they did something and how it felt. They discuss the importance of practicing and perseverance when learning a new skill. It's important that learners know from an early age that people aren't born...
Curated OER
Telly Can't Catch
Telly learns to catch with the help of Elmo. It isn't an easy process, and Telly has to persevere and keep trying, despite the fact that encounters many challenges. This resource nicely illustrates character traits, and the importance of...
Transforming Education
Importance of Self-Efficacy
A short, animated video introduces viewers to the importance of self-efficacy. The narrator first defines self-efficacy then offers five ways learners can develop this social-emotional learning competency.
TED-Ed
Overcoming Obstacles
"I focus on what I can do, and not on what I cannot." This resource is sure to touch your young learners as a truly inspiring story of a young boy who overcame a seemingly insurmountable weakness: the lack of fingers on his right hand....
TED-Ed
Why It Pays to Work Hard
Hard work is the second of Richard St. John's "8 Traits Successful People Have in Common." Many young learners believe that in order to be successful, one needs to have a great deal of talent or intelligence; however, after...
TED-Ed
The Importance of Focus
Focus is essential to successful individuals. Learn from the comments of several renowned figures, from Google co-founder Larry Page to filmmaker James Cameron, who attribute their success to their ability to concentrate, eliminate...
Other
Great schools.org: Teach Your Child to Be Persistent
Learning how to stick to a task until it's done is an important life lesson. This video offers parents ways to encourage their child to keep trying by breaking goals down into steps and teaching that it's ok to make mistakes. [2:38]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Try, Try, Try
Practice helps you get better -- whether you're zipping your coat, planting a garden, or peeling a banana. Remind kids that practicing difficult tasks will help them get better. [2:06]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Three Whole Hops
Daniel has been practicing his hopping and is proud to show his friends that he can hop three times in a row. Daniel's hopping reminds kids that they can practice to become good at an activity.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: My Blocks Fell Down Again!
O's block tower inspires Daniel to imagine constructing a real building. Remind kids to not give up on the first try if they fail. Teach kids that persistence, patience, and approaching the task from a different angle will help them...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: I Tried (Try Again)
Practice and patience are the lessons of this song. When a task is difficult, instead of giving up, ask for help or try again until you succeed. This song offers strategies for succeeding at difficult tasks. [1:38]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Bruno Mars: Don't Give Up
Bruno Mars sings an inspirational melody all about perseverance. When something is new and difficult, it's important not to give up. Keep trying and you'll succeed! [1:57]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Michael Buble: Believe in Yourself
Michael Buble croons about confidence and task persistence with Elmo and Abby Cadabby. You should always believe in yourself! [2:01]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Teaching Tips: Watch Together (Odd Squad)
A 1st grade teacher uses a clip from Odd Squad to demonstrate measurement to her class. Students watch how Odd Squad agents use measurement to defeat the Hydroclops. They also model good mathematical practices such as being precise and...
Other
Committee for Children: Sesame Street: General Resilience
In this Sesame Street episode, students will learn about how to be resilient when they are challenged.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Keep Trying, You'll Get Better!
There are so many ways that practice makes you better, but you have to keep trying! Remind kids to not give up on their first attempt. Practice, patience, and persistence often helps them reach the results they are looking for. [1:41]
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: I Caught the Ball!
Daniel feels sad when he has trouble catching the ball but decides to try and try again. Remind kids that if they fail at first, they should keep trying because it takes patience and practice to be good at an activity. Included is a link...
Curated Video
Youtube: Caminandes 3: Llamigos Funny 3 D Animated Short
This animated video shows that perseverance and cooperation can help you reach your goal! [2:30]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: What I Do and How Much I Make
What does a site reliability engineer do? Ruth Grace talks about her responsibilities and compensation as a site reliability engineer in the Bay Area. [1:58]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: How I Got My Job and Where I'm Going
Peter talks about his path to open AgStandard Almonds and his goals for growing the business. [4:51]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Advice for Running a Startup
Jon talks about the challenges of running Kodable and shares advice for prospective startup founders. [3:40]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Danny O'neill Getting Started
Danny O'Neill, President of The Roasterie, describes the early days of his business, including how he fit a coffee roaster in his basement. Danny also tells the story of his first sale and how he figured out his early financials. [3:39]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Ben Milne Importance of Curiosity
Ben Milne, CEO of Dwolla, discusses how tinkering and trying to figure out how the world works can lead to being a successful producer rather than just a consumer. Ben also addresses the importance of surrounding yourself with the right...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: How to Grow My Brain
Forty years ago, we seemed to know more about the moon than we did about how our own brains work and grow. Not anymore! Watch this video to see how the brain works and grows? [3:12]