Colorado-based martial arts instructor, storyteller, and 6th-degree black belt Jill Cross announces the release of her debut book, Kid Logic – Chaos, Confidence & Cartwheels: Life Lessons from the Mat. Drawing on nearly three decades of teaching Taekwondo, Cross delivers a collection of real, humorous, and heartfelt stories that reveal how children truly see the world and the lessons they can teach us along the way.
Kid Logic is not a martial arts instruction manual. Instead, it offers readers an intimate glimpse into the life lessons embedded in everyday moments on the mat. From laughter-filled chaos to moments of surprising wisdom, Cross captures the experiences that have shaped her career and her understanding of what it means to raise confident, resilient, and compassionate children.
“Over the years, I realized that the kids were actually teaching me as much as I was teaching them,” Cross shares. “This book is my way of capturing those lessons and sharing them with parents, teachers, coaches, and anyone who wants to better understand kids and help them grow into confident, capable people.”
Through the book, readers will learn why connection matters more than correction, why real confidence comes from effort and struggle, and why parenting and teaching require humor, patience, and perspective. Cross’s stories highlight the importance of nurturing effort, resilience, and support rather than just chasing trophies or outcomes.
Jill Cross combines her expertise as a martial arts instructor and her background in broadcast journalism to craft stories that are funny, insightful, and meaningful. She is the owner and head instructor of Saddle Rock ATA, one of Colorado’s leading martial arts schools, and the creator of the podcast Life Lessons from the Mat, which blends humor, parenting insights, and leadership lessons inspired by her students.
Kid Logic – Chaos, Confidence & Cartwheels: Life Lessons from the Mat is now available wherever books are sold. Readers can also learn more about Jill Cross and her work at https://lifelessonsfromthemat.com/.
About the Author
Jill Cross is a 6th-degree black belt, educator, storyteller, and podcast creator with more than 30 years of experience in martial arts and youth development. She has dedicated her career to helping children and families grow in confidence, resilience, and leadership, combining humor and insight to deliver lessons that extend far beyond the mat.
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