Win one of two copies of “My Schoolwork Is a Mess”

My Schoolwork Is a Mess is the first book in award-winning author Jennifer Licate’s new social-emotional learning book series, Nurturing Independence.  This quick-read chapter book is geared toward children ages 9 through 14.  My Schoolwork Is a Mess teaches young readers, especially those who struggle to keep track of assignments and finish projects, that they can climb out of their homework hole, reset their attitude, and keep up with their schoolwork to see positive results, both academically and in their feelings about themselves and school.

About the book: When it comes to schoolwork, Dakota is often inattentive and usually unorganized.  His lack of focus leads to disappointments and his teachers and his mom are increasingly concerned.  His grades, which were never exactly stellar, are slipping, and Dakota is making excuses.  So, what is going on?  Are teachers giving him confusing instructions and unrealistic deadlines?  Or does Dakota simply need some strategies and support so he doesn’t rely solely on his memory to recall every assignment, can maintain focus and avoid distractions, and perhaps can even reduce his mountain of missed work?  With encouragement, guidance, and concrete strategies from his mom and the school counselor, Dakota discovers his situation is not hopeless, he can impress his teachers, and he can improve his grades. But he has to adopt better homework habits.

Website to learn more information: Social Emotional Books | Stories By Jennifer