Willpower

Willpower determines how much an individual accomplishes on a daily basis and toward long range goals. The young narrator of this novel learns the importance of using his willpower to reach past his comfort zone in all areas of his life.

Marc has exhibited that he has the will to make and maintain good decisions even though he has not had a term for this power until Uncle Jake teaches him about it. When Marc was in the fifth grade, Jake began teaching Marc about a complete lifestyle change. Jake calls it the Warrior Kid Path. Marc creates a list of points to direct his daily life. This list, called the Warrior Kid Code, includes getting up early, living a healthy life, and working. Marc demonstrates on a daily basis that he has the will to life that lifestyle. Even in the summer, he sets an...