We live in the age of helicopter parents and tiger moms. But, more and more, the evidence shows that by doing everything we can to protect our cherished children from failure we are, in fact, not giving them the tools they need to succeed. In “THE GIFT OF FAILURE: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed,” Jessica Lahey offers a powerful manifesto and action plan for parents, educators, and others who are preparing the next generation for the challenges life brings.
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