Is your preschooler learning to work toward goals? Discover the beautiful science behind frustration, persistence, and achievement in young children.

In this episode, we explore:

• 0:00 — Introduction: The Magic of Goal-Setting
• 1:45 — Why Frustration Is Actually Healthy
• 4:30 — What Research Says About Persistence
• 7:15 — Three Ways to Support Your Child
• 10:00 — Story Recommendation: The Garden of Growing Steps
• 12:30 — Creating Your Own Practice Garden Ritual

STORY MENTIONED:

The Garden of Growing Steps - Milo and Nana discover a magical practice garden where every small effort makes flowers bloom. They learn that their unique ways of trying are special gifts that help beautiful things grow. Find it in The Book of Inara!

RESEARCH SOURCES:

• Janet Lansbury, M.A., RIE Associate - "Raising Kids Who Persist Through Struggles" - Janet Lansbury (2024)
• Link: https://www.janetlansbury.com/2024/06/raising-kids-who-persist-through-struggles/

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine - "Child Development and Early Learning" - Transforming the Workforce for Children Birth Through Age 8 (2015)

Link: https://nap.nationalacademies.org/read/19401/chapter/8

The Cook Center for Human Connection - "10 Ways to Help Children Learn Goal Setting Skills" (2023)

Link: https://cookcenter.org/10-ways-to-help-children-learn-goal-setting-skills/

ABOUT INARA & THE MAGIC BOOK:

Inara is a cosmic guide born from the very first bedtime wish, partnered with the ancient Magic Book of Wonder. Together, they bring stories that help children navigate big feelings, build confidence, and discover their inner strength.

Read the full article: https://www.thebookofinara.com/blog/preschooler-goal-setting-persistence-gentle-parenting/

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