A Single Shard is set in 12th-century Korea during the Goryeo Dynasty, a time renowned for its exquisite celadon pottery. The story follows Tree-ear, a young orphan boy who lives under a bridge with his aging friend, Crane-man. Fascinated by the beautiful pottery made by the local master potter, Min, Tree-ear accidentally causes damage to one of Min’s delicate pieces. To repay his debt, Tree-…
Small Steps by Louis Sachar (ISBN: 978-0-385-73315-1) follows Theodore “Armpit” Johnson as he tries to rebuild his life after leaving a juvenile correctional camp. Determined to take “small steps” toward change, he works as a landscaper, attends summer school, and supports his best friend, Ginny, a girl with cerebral palsy. His quiet progress is shaken when X-Ray, an old friend, persuad…
GRIT: Why Passion and Resilience are the Secrets to Success by Angela Duckworth is a groundbreaking work in psychology and personal development that explores the role of perseverance and passion in achieving long-term goals. Drawing from years of research, Duckworth argues that talent alone is not enough to guarantee success; instead, it is the combination of sustained effort, resilience in the…