Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 How Your Brain Works 4 CHAPTER 2 Neuroplasticity 10 CHAPTER 3 Growth Mindset 14 CHAPTER 4 Mindfulness 26 CHAPTER 5 Creating Connections 32 Wrap it Up 42 Bibliography 44 Learning More 45 Glossary 46 Index and About the Authors 48
CHAPTER 1 How Your BRAIN WORKS Have you ever wondered why you have trouble remembering things when you feel scared or sleepy Do you notice times when your mind feels clearer and you are able to focus There are specific reasons why we feel these ways We process certain types of information in different ways depending on the situations in which we find ourselves It all comes back to our body’s most incredible organ the brain 4
This book is designed to teach you about how your brain works and to give you tips tools and strategies that will allow you to better harness your mind and learning potential both in and out of school You can improve your skills and learning abilities by training your brain Read on to find out more Your brain has an amazing ability to make changes and reorganize itself throughout your lifetime It creates connections which allow you to develop new skills and respond well to different environments The goal is to encourage you to make conscious and proactive decisions so you can be the most incredible you possible 5
