Designed to support social-emotional learning, the Step Forward! series encourages young readers to identify and embody habits of mind, traits, and skills that are essential to their well-being and success. Using accessible text, engaging scenario-based questions, and motivating biographies, this series encourages readers to broaden their understanding of key social and emotional mindsets, traits, and skills including resiliency, curiosity, and perseverance. Unique, helpful ideas and practical tips give readers a starting point from which they can confidently step forward and integrate these vital skills and traits in their everyday lives.