Summary Of How Children Succeed By Kewanuna

Kewanuna used perseverance passion, and effort to succeed in her college classes. Firstly, Kewanuna used perseverance to overcome peer pressure. For example Paul Tough, author of How Children Succeed: Grit, Curiosity and hidden Power of Character, points out that Kewanuna sat in the front of the class instead of sitting and getting distracted (Tough). Thus, Kewanuna persevered through hard work and sacrifice. Secondly, Kewanuna was passionate about getting what she wanted. For instance Tough shares that “Kewanuna was certain of where she was going and why.” Therefore, Kewanuna passion will make her very successful in life. Thirdly, Kewanuna used effort to make sure she get what she wants. To illustrate Tough tells us that she wrote down words