Hand Digs In

<p>Meet <em>Hand</em> the curious construction glove who's always ready to dig build and learn something new! But in <strong><em>Hand Digs In: Gets His First Bad Grade</em></strong> things don't go quite as planned. For the first time ever Hand faces a challenge he can't fix with a hammer or a tape measure - a bad grade at school.</p><p>When Hand struggles to understand new lessons and gets a disappointing mark on his report he feels embarrassed and frustrated. But with a little help from his friends - Brain who loves to think things through and Wrench who reminds him that mistakes are part of the job - Hand learns that effort practice and asking for help are just as important as getting things right.</p><p></p><p>This heartwarming story teaches children ages 5-9 about <strong>resilience</strong> <strong>growth mindset</strong> and <strong>the power of persistence</strong>. Through Hand's relatable experience kids discover that learning takes time mistakes are part of growing and that grit matters more than perfection.</p><p>Blending bright construction-themed illustrations with down-to-earth storytelling <strong><em>Hand Digs In: Gets His First Bad Grade</em></strong> helps children see that real builders - and real learners - keep showing up even when things get tough. Parents and teachers can use the story to open conversations about emotions problem-solving and confidence in both school and life.</p><p></p><p>The book also introduces early <strong>STEM and trades awareness</strong> connecting classroom learning to hands-on problem-solving. Hand's world of hammers rulers and hard hats gives children a fresh way to understand how math reading and curiosity all come together in real-world construction projects.</p><p>Each page combines humor and heart with educational value making it a perfect pick for read-aloud time social-emotional learning lessons or family discussions about trying again after setbacks.</p><p></p><p><strong><em>Hand Digs In: Gets His First Bad Grade</em></strong> is part of the beloved <em>Hands Over Tech</em> series - a collection of picture books that inspire kids to explore the building trades STEM and character development through playful storytelling. These stories remind readers that success isn't about being perfect; it's about having the courage to keep learning.</p><p><strong>Key Features:</strong></p><ul><li>Encourages resilience perseverance and growth mindset</li><li>Connects everyday classroom struggles to real-world learning</li><li>Introduces early STEM and construction trade concepts</li><li>Ideal for social-emotional learning programs (SEL)</li><li>Supports parents teachers and homeschoolers seeking screen-free learning</li><li></li></ul><p><strong>Perfect For:</strong></p><p> Young readers ages 5-9 who are learning how to handle mistakes deal with frustration and keep trying when things don't go their way. A great addition to school libraries classrooms and homes that value stories about hard work honesty and self-confidence.</p><p></p><p><strong>Themes:</strong> perseverance · problem-solving · self-confidence · construction for kids · teamwork · emotional intelligence · STEM learning · trades awareness · screen-free learning</p><p></p><p></p>