Growth Mindset Books for Kids
Looking for growth mindset books for kids? The Ellis Abel Learns series by Ellis Franks gives parents, teachers, and counselors story-based tools kids actually connect with — available nationwide in paperback and Kindle.
Recommended Books
Ellis Abel & The Magic Triangle
Lesson: growth mindset
Effort, practice, and patience form the magic triangle that helps Ellis Abel turn 'I can't' into 'I can't yet.'
Ellis Abel & The Big Test
Lesson: test anxiety
Ellis Abel faces the biggest test of the school year and learns that preparation, self-belief, and calm breathing beat worry every time.
Ellis Abel & The Scary Playground
Lesson: facing fears
A new playground feels big and scary until Ellis Abel discovers that courage means trying even when you're afraid.
Ellis Abel & The Red Block
Lesson: frustration and problem-solving
When the red block won't fit, Ellis Abel learns to pause, breathe, and try a new way instead of giving up.
Ellis Abel & The Disciple
Lesson: mentorship and character
Ellis Abel learns what it means to follow a good example and to become someone worth following.
Ellis Abel and the Two Wolves Within
Lesson: self-talk and choices
Two voices compete inside every choice. Ellis Abel learns that the wolf you feed is the wolf that wins.
How to Use These Books
- At home: read together at bedtime and let the story open the conversation.
- In the classroom: pair with morning meetings or SEL curriculum blocks.
- In counseling: use Ellis Abel's choices as a safe third-person entry point.