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Why Kids Who Think Like Entrepreneurs Thrive in Any Career
Why Kids Who Think Like Entrepreneurs Thrive in Any Career
Why Kids Who Think Like Entrepreneurs Thrive in Any Career
Discover how an entrepreneurial mindset helps kids grow into adaptable, confident, and creative thinkers—no matter what path they choose.
The Lemonade Mystery: A Story About Entrepreneurs
Why Kids Who Think Like Entrepreneurs Thrive in Any Career
Why Kids Who Think Like Entrepreneurs Thrive in Any Career
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When Zoe and Jaxon launch a lemonade stand on a hot summer day, they learn their first big lesson in entrepreneurship—and discover they're Ideanauts in the making.
Zoe & Jaxon and the Lemonade Disaster
Why Kids Who Think Like Entrepreneurs Thrive in Any Career
The Juice Explosion: Learning to Fail Forward
A sour mistake turns into a lesson in resilience as Zoe and Jaxon learn how curiosity, grit, and creativity lead to better ideas.
The Juice Explosion: Learning to Fail Forward
Being a Problem Solver: How to Spot Problems & Opportunities
The Juice Explosion: Learning to Fail Forward
Zoe and Jaxon’s frozen treat project melts into a mess—but they learn that failure is part of winning.
The Great Cookie Conflict: Learning to Work as a Team
Being a Problem Solver: How to Spot Problems & Opportunities
Being a Problem Solver: How to Spot Problems & Opportunities
A cookie fundraiser turns chaotic until Zoe, Jaxon, and friends learn how to set SMART goals and work together.
Being a Problem Solver: How to Spot Problems & Opportunities
Being a Problem Solver: How to Spot Problems & Opportunities
Being a Problem Solver: How to Spot Problems & Opportunities
When Zoe and Jaxon notice a cracked bench and a peeling slide, they spring into action and learn how problems are really opportunities.
Taking Initiative at Home or School
The Big Pitch: How to Be Confident Even If You’re Nervous
The Big Pitch: How to Be Confident Even If You’re Nervous
Zoe and Jaxon clean up their messy art room without being asked—showing how taking initiative makes a difference.
The Big Pitch: How to Be Confident Even If You’re Nervous
The Big Pitch: How to Be Confident Even If You’re Nervous
The Big Pitch: How to Be Confident Even If You’re Nervous
Nervous about their science fair pitch, Zoe and Jaxon practice, prepare, and learn how to turn jitters into courage.
Turning Ideas Into Action: The Playground Project Grows
The Big Pitch: How to Be Confident Even If You’re Nervous
Turning Ideas Into Action: The Playground Project Grows
Zoe and Jaxon lead their friends in turning a big idea into real action—transforming the playground into a place of pride.
Learning to Listen and Ask Great Questions
Turning Ideas Into Action: The Playground Project Grows
After their playground project, Zoe and Jaxon learn how listening to feedback can lead to even better ideas.
What Is Money? (Earning, Saving, Spending, Giving)
Zoe and Jaxon receive $50 and learn how to use it wisely—balancing saving, spending, earning, and giving.
The Book Box Mission: How We Turned Our Money Into Magic
Zoe and Jaxon use their saved money to create a community book-sharing box—learning budgeting step by step.
What Is Marketing? How to Talk About Your Ideas
Zoe and Jaxon learn that a great idea needs great storytelling—and discover how to get others excited about what they made.
Creative Thinking: Brainstorming Mini-Games
Maya teaches Zoe and Jaxon how to stretch their brains with fun creative-thinking games.
How to Talk to People: Networking for Kids
How to Talk to People: Networking for Kids
Zoe and Jaxon face a new challenge—talking to strangers at a fair. With curiosity and kindness, they learn that connecting is a skill kids can grow.
The Mini-Business Plan Mission
How to Talk to People: Networking for Kids
Zoe and Jaxon turn their idea into action with their first real business plan—and learn how planning can turn dreams into reality.
The Mini Makers Club: Testing, Learning, and Making It Better
When their first kits go out, Zoe and Jaxon listen to feedback and improve their product—one piece of tape at a time.
The Mini Makers Brand: Naming Your Business & Making a Logo
Zoe and Jaxon give their idea a name and a logo—then learn how branding helps people remember and connect with what you do
Where to Set Up Shop: Finding the Right Place to Share Your Product
Where to Set Up Shop: Finding the Right Place to Share Your Product
Where to Set Up Shop: Finding the Right Place to Share Your Product
The kits are ready—but where should they go? Zoe and Jaxon learn how location and presentation help their product shine.
The Great Kit Pricing Mystery: How Much Should It Cost?
Where to Set Up Shop: Finding the Right Place to Share Your Product
Where to Set Up Shop: Finding the Right Place to Share Your Product
Zoe and Jaxon tackle the challenge of pricing—and discover how value, fairness, and profit all play a role.
Get the Word Out: How to Share Your Big Idea
Where to Set Up Shop: Finding the Right Place to Share Your Product
Look Back to Level Up: What We Learned from Our Makers
With posters, flyers, and digital help, Zoe and Jaxon spread the word about Mini Makers—and learn the basics of marketing.
Look Back to Level Up: What We Learned from Our Makers
Learning from Others: The Power of Mentors and Maker Friends
Look Back to Level Up: What We Learned from Our Makers
Zoe and Jaxon pause to reflect—and use what they learn from their customers to grow their project even more.
Learning from Others: The Power of Mentors and Maker Friends
Learning from Others: The Power of Mentors and Maker Friends
Learning from Others: The Power of Mentors and Maker Friends
When they hit a creative wall, Zoe and Jaxon meet mentors and maker friends who help them take the next step forward.
Oops! What We Learned from a Big Mistake
Learning from Others: The Power of Mentors and Maker Friends
Learning from Others: The Power of Mentors and Maker Friends
A craft fair flop teaches Zoe and Jaxon that mistakes are just part of the journey—and how to bounce back smarter.
Who Are We Making This For? Understanding Our Customers
More Than Money: Sharing and Giving Back with Your Business
Who Are We Making This For? Understanding Our Customers
Zoe and Jaxon learn that designing great products means knowing who you're designing for—and how to ask the right questions.
How to Handle “No” Like a Champ
More Than Money: Sharing and Giving Back with Your Business
Who Are We Making This For? Understanding Our Customers
Zoe and Jaxon face a tough market day and learn how to handle rejection with curiosity, courage, and smart changes.
More Than Money: Sharing and Giving Back with Your Business
More Than Money: Sharing and Giving Back with Your Business
Zoe and Jaxon learn how young entrepreneurs can give back—by donating, teaching, and using their business to spread kindness.
How Grown-Ups Run Businesses
A visit to a local sticker shop shows Zoe and Jaxon how real businesses work—with heart, creativity, and listening to customers.
Using Tech Tools Safely: Zoe and Jaxon Go Digital
Zoe and Jaxon go online with their business—but first, they learn how to stay safe, smart, and kind in the digital world.
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