Who is Carol Dweck?

Carol Dweck is a smart person who studies how people learn and grow.

Carol Dweck looks at how we think about our abilities, like when you're trying to solve a puzzle or learn something new. Some kids believe they are just naturally good at things, while others believe they can get better with practice.

• Fixed mindset: This is like thinking your brain is a finished book, it won’t change no matter how much you read.
• Growth mindset: This is like thinking your brain is a growing plant, the more you water it (practice), the bigger and stronger it gets.

Carol found that kids with a growth mindset are more likely to try harder, keep going when they make mistakes, and end up learning more. It’s like having a superpower that helps you become better at things over time!