Lesson Plan
Teacher Guide Mindset
Students will identify fixed versus growth mindset statements, sort common myths and facts, and reframe two negative self-talk examples into growth-oriented thoughts.
This lesson builds resilience by helping students recognize and shift limiting beliefs, encouraging persistence and a positive approach to challenges.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Do Now: Rate Your Grit
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach: Fixed vs. Growth Mindset
7 minutes
Step 3
Game: Myth or Fact Mindset Card Sort
8 minutes
Step 4
Guided Practice: Reframe Negative Self-Talk
6 minutes
Step 5
Reflect & Exit Tickets
4 minutes

Slide Deck
Growth Mindset Lab
Fixed vs. Growth Mindset
Growth Mindset in Action
Think-Pair-Share: Spot the Mindset
Myth or Fact?
Reframe Your Self-Talk
Next Steps: Mindset Pledge

Warm Up


Game


Worksheet


Journal


Cool Down

