What does it mean to have a can-do attitude? If you say that someone has a can-do attitude, you approve of them because they are confident and willing to deal with problems or new tasks, rather than complaining or giving up. True self-esteem comes from real accomplishments. Needless to say, the more competent children feel, the more motivated they'll be to stick with a difficult task or try something new. This is especially important for a child who doesn't show much initiative. This is a simple and concise picture book about a boy who has a can-do attitude and knows that it is alright to as for support when necessary.