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Intelligence is the sum of our Habits of Mind

85% of a child’s future success depends on the strength of their Habits of Mind. The 16 habits lead to an increased sense of optimism, confidence, and hope about the present and future.

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Unleash Decades of Evidence-Based Research

The 16 Habits of Mind were identified by Dr. Bena Kallick and Dr. Arthur Costa through their groundbreaking, decades-long research on how humans successfully face challenges.

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See Your Learners Beyond a Standardized Test Score

Each Habit of Mind describes a unique problem solving capability that lives within every learner.

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Uncover Every Learners’ Unique Habits of Mind Profile

With the THOMAS Assessment, you can reveal the strongest Habits of Mind every learner possesses.

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Strengthen Each Learner’s Habits of Mind Through Easy-To-Use Lessons and Playlists

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