Lesson Plan
Brave Little Learner Plan
Help a 1st grader learn to manage frustration when tasks get hard by using simple emotion regulation strategies and growth mindset steps in a 15-minute individual session.
Students who become upset when work is difficult may shut down or avoid challenges. Teaching them to recognize feelings, use calming techniques, and adopt a growth mindset builds resilience, persistence, and confidence for future learning.
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Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
2 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up and Goal Setting
2 minutes
Step 2
Teach Emotion Regulation
4 minutes
Step 3
Introduce Growth Mindset
4 minutes
Step 4
Practice and Reflect
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Brave Little Learner
How Do You Feel?
Let’s Breathe Together
Grow Your Brain
Time to Try!

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