A Transitional-Level Story from the Learning Lives Here Series
 
In The Dish Towel Plan, readers follow Marcus as he drags his feet through a chore he’d rather skip, until a small shift in effort changes everything. This transitional-level story reminds readers that learning doesn’t just happen when we want to try, it often begins when we choose to. Through simple actions and quiet reflection, Marcus discovers that even an ordinary task like folding dish towels can become a chance to grow.
 
Transitional Reading Level – Supports developing readers with longer sentences, connected ideas, and early emotional insight.
Real-Life Setting – Highlights how learning happens in everyday home routines, not just in school.
Effort Over Ability – Encourages readers to reflect on how practice and willingness can turn resistance into growth.
Great for Small Group or Independent Reading – Ideal for family reading, reflective discussion, or values-based literacy time.
 
What if effort, not talent, was the start of learning something new?