Do Hard Things: A Teenage Rebellion Against Low Expectations (Hardcover) by Alex Harris

from MerryJane

I'm fourteen, so when I first read this book I was expecting it to be written for teenagers. It's written for the world. Alex and Brett Harris challenge you to move outside of your comfort zone and overcome the sluggish habits of discontentment and laziness. If you want to change the world around...

from jhiggs

If you're looking for a book to use to challenge teens, this is a great book to use. Since it's written by two teenagers, it gives it a lot of credibility for teens. It will probably teach adults a thing or two about taking steps to make a difference and going beyond the status quo.

from Dunbar

I read this book and was excited to discover that two young men had written a challenging, thoughtful argument for young and old alike to rise above low expectations and, as they say, "Do hard things." I am recommending this book to all of my friends and buying it for those I feel need to read it...

from surfinghousewife

This book, written by ordinary teens, challenges the idea of lazy, partying teenage years. 100 years ago, and in other parts of the world today, teens do not exist. When a child hits puberty, they are officailly adults, with adult responsibilties and capabilities. Kids are able to do so much more...

from BigHornDave

I believe that "Do Hard Things" ought to be read by every teen and pre-teen WITH their parents! The premise of combating the low expectations that most everyone has for teenagers today is critical in helping our children transition healthily to adult-hood. Everyone wins - our teens, our families,...