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SOFT SKILLS SLEUTHS

Soft skills are in high-demand by employers everywhere. Not only are mastering these skills key to success in every career, they also pave the way for success at home, at school, and in life. This series encourages interactive exploration of eight critical soft skills in an imaginative and memorable way. Each chapter introduces a new attribute, provides mastery tips, and sets students off on a fun investigation of skill successes and mistakes by way of age-appropriate scenarios. Back matter includes glossary, index, and reading comprehension activity.

The Verdict is In from School Library Journal!

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2020

Gr 4–7—Readers become detectives in this imaginative series. Each title examines four soft skills, including communication, critical thinking, and teamwork. Each skill is described in a short, one-page introduction followed by an illustrated scenario to investigate. For example, in a scene depicting a school dance, readers must find instances of people being courteous. Case notes, which follow the scenario, describe the good and bad behaviors that were present in the scene but do not highlight specific examples. These books could be used for independent study or for class discussions. Back matter includes a quiz, a glossary, and an index. VERDICT This series packages lessons about soft skills as a very fun game. Recommended for classrooms.

 

School Library Journal

Read the entire collection of 8 interactive titles:

  • Attitude
  • Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Etiquette
  • Job Search
  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Work Ethic

Click HERE to see review copy of SOFT SKILLS SLEUTHS: ATTITUDE.

Soft Skills Sleuths: Attitude

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how a good attitude contributes to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key attitude attributes including:


  • Courteous
  • Positive
  • Confident
  • Responsible

Soft Skills Sleuths: Communication

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how good communication skills contribute to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key communication attributes including:


  • Listening
  • Talking
  • Body Language
  • Writing

Soft Skill Sleuths: Critical Thinking

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how effective critical thinking skills contribute to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key critical thinking attributes including:


  • Problem Solving
  • Creativity
  • Self-Regulation
  • Decision Making

Soft Skill Sleuths: Etiquette

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how good manners contribute to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight the ways good etiquette are used in a variety of situations including:


  • In Public
  • Online
  • At the Table
  • Special Occasions

Soft Skills Sleuths: Job Search

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how to prepare for successful job search skills. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key job search attributes including:


  • Curious
  • Self-Aware
  • Well Groomed
  • Prepared

Soft Skills Sleuths: Leadership

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how leadership abilities contribute to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key attitude attributes including:


  • Savvy
  • Integrity
  • Inclusivity
  • Influence

Soft Skills Sleuths: Teamwork

The book starts with age-appropriate information about how teamwork contributes to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

Four chapters highlight key attitude attributes including:


  • Collaboration
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Diversity
  • Empathy

    Soft Skills Sleuths: Work Ethic

    The book starts with age-appropriate information about how a strong w0rk ethic contributes to success in life. Then students get the chance to apply their newfound knowledge in a fun and memorable way by ‘investigating” clues in illustrated scenarios. Can they spot all the soft skills successes and mistakes?

    Four chapters highlight key work ethic attributes including:


    • Cooperation
    • Respect
    • Productivity
    • Honesty

    Soft Skills Sleuths: Complete Series of 8 Titles

    Get the entire collection of 8 interactive titles:

    • Attitude
    • Communication
    • Critical Thinking
    • Etiquette
    • Job Search
    • Leadership
    • Teamwork
    • Work Ethic