MegaSkills is a remarkable achievement ... what it means is that parents across the country are willing to stand' shoulder to shoulder with teachers in ensuring that our children have the best possible education. - Don Cameron, former Executive Director, National Education Association The classic guide to childhood achievement, taught in more than 4,000 schools. Specially designed for school-aged children, this cornerstone guide provides you with hands-on techniques and kid-friendly activities to teach children the MegaSkills that are essential to success in school and life: Confidence Motivation Effort Responsibility Initiative Perseverance Caring Teamwork Problem-Solving Common Sense Focus Respect NEW! Along with the age-specific activities, this guide contains academic objectives for each MegaSkill, tips for getting the best from technology, MegaSkills report cards for parents and children, research notes, and a wealth of additional resources. Includes message from Bill Bradley. This book shows families how to build children's achievement, and it is keyed to current research. - Richard Coley, Director, Policy Information Center Educational Testing Service.