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Way of the Warrior Kid is a children’s book series by New York Times best-selling author Jocko Willink that focuses on the trials and tribulations of Marc, a 5th grade student who stinks at everything while lacking the confidence and skills to turn things around—until a mentor comes into his life… From the first book in the Series: Fifth grade was the worst year of Marc’s life. He stunk at gym class, math was too hard for him, the school lunch was horrible, and his class field trip was ruined because he couldn’t swim. And the most awful thing about fifth grade? Kenny Williamson, the class bully, who calls himself the King of the Jungle Gym. When Marc’s mother tells him that his uncle Jake is coming to stay for the whole summer, Marc can’t wait. Uncle Jake is a for-real, super-cool Navy SEAL. And Uncle Jake has a plan. He’s going to turn Marc into a warrior. Becoming a warrior isn’t easy. It involves a lot of pull-ups, sit-ups, push-ups, squats, swimming, eating right, and studying harder than ever before! Can Marc transform himself into a warrior before school starts in the fall–and finally stand up to the King of the Jungle Gym? Find out in Jocko Willink's Way of the Warrior Kid. Way of the Warrior Kid is a middle grade novel written by #1 New York Times-bestselling author and retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink. Jocko Willink is the coauthor of the adult book Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win and the author of Discipline Equals Freedom: Field Manual. Way of the Warrior Kid is illustrated throughout with art by Jon Bozak

Ages 7-13.

Warrior Kid Education is an exclusive program that provides educators and their students with Way of the Warrior Kid books along with support materials to help motivate and engage students with the the series’ message—ultimately teaching the fundamentals of character building. We’re here to assist you in any way we can, whether you’re an educator from a public school, private school, home school network, martial arts academy, after school program or community outreach program—let us know how we can help you can utilize Way of the Warrior Kid and start building better kids for a better tomorrow!

We believe that todays' children face challenges that previous generations of kids never had to navigate. Social media, video games, internet, cable TV and a constant deluge of information has created a sensory overload and endless distractions.

Just like the Way of the Warrior Kid books, martial arts teach children the value of good character and when Jocko Willink created the series he wanted jiu-jitsu to play a positive role for the main character, Marc—just as it has for Jocko's four children. Martial arts—like jiu-jitsu, karate, akido, kung-fu—teach children patience, discipline, focus and self-reliance. Each one has a rich history with techniques that take time and practice to master. Students develop problem solving skills and humility—always taught to respect their opponents and showcase sportsmanship, whether they win or lose. They gain more experience tackling challenges. Their self confidence grows. They learn how far hard work and a calm attitude can get them. And they apply that to everything they do. At school. at home. In life.

There are four books in the series: Way of the Warrior Kid: From Wimpy to Warrior the Navy SEAL Way Way of the Warrior Kid: Marc's Mission Way of the Warrior Kid 3: Where there's a Will... Way of the Warrior Kid 4 Field Manual. The first book begins as Marc wraps up his fifth-grade school year with each following book's story taking place one year later. Not only does this mean that each school year brings its own challenges but also Marc grows a year older which is evident by Jon Bozak's illustrations that deftly show Marc growing, taller, stronger and older which each story. There is also a Way of the Warrior Kid Coloring Book that retells the story from the first book in the series for younger children.

Way of the Warrior Kid isn’t about violence. It isn't about war. It’s about the warrior spirit. Warriors are individuals that fearlessly face challenges and try their very best when faced with adversity. Warriors have the discipline to push themselves to achieve the goals that make their lives and the lives of those around them better. Many kids don’t push themselves. Warrior Kids do. May kids don’t work to improve themselves. A Warrior Kid does. Many kids don’t want to face their problems. A Warrior Kid sees problems as opportunities to learn and grow.

Great question! We'll let the big guy answer right here. (NOTE: the cover for the Way of the Warrior Kid book shown in the video is from first edition and has since been changed to the red version we show on this site.)

Just reach out to us and let us know you’re interested and we’ll work with you on getting the copies you need.

You do not. We recommend using the first book in the series and promoting continued reading of the rest of the series for your students on your own. That being said, we are more than happy to provide you with any of the books in the series as they all have powerful messaging to help kids build character

It’s actually about both and all things in-between! We believe that children need to learn the value of trying their best across a number of pillars. That equally includes learning, reading, classwork, physical fitness, self-reliance, healthy eating, doing the right thing and much more!

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It depends on which title in the series but we use both Amazon and our our warehouses in Jay, Maine.

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