Growing Mindsets

Danielle Johnson

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Growing Mindsets

Understand the concept of growth mindset

In this lesson, students will learn about the concept of a growth mindset and how it can help them overcome challenges. Through interactive activities and discussions, students will explore the importance of embracing challenges and viewing mistakes as opportunities for growth. This lesson is important as it empowers students to develop resilience and a positive attitude toward learning and personal development.

Audience

Grade 7 Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Understand the concept of growth mindset

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens, Whiteboard and markers, Growth Mindset Worksheet, and Scenario Discussion Cards

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Welcome the students and briefly explain the topic of growth mindset.
Share a brief anecdote or example of a person who overcame challenges using a growth mindset.

Step 2

Interactive Activity

10 mins

Distribute post-it notes and pens to students.
Ask students to write down something they find challenging or a mistake they've made and share how it made them feel.
Collect the notes and discuss common themes, highlighting the normalcy of challenges and mistakes.

Step 3

Growth Mindset Introduction

10 mins

Introduce the concept of growth mindset vs. fixed mindset.
Use the whiteboard to outline key characteristics of each mindset.
Provide examples of growth mindset statements (e.g., 'I can improve with practice').

Step 4

Pair Discussion

10 mins

Pair students and give them scenario cards to discuss.
Each pair reads a scenario and discusses how they could apply a growth mindset to the situation.
After discussion, pairs share their thoughts with the class.

Step 5

Reflection and Worksheet

7 mins

Hand out the Growth Mindset Worksheet.
Give students time to reflect on their own mindsets and complete the worksheet.
Encourage students to share one thing they wrote on their worksheet with the class.

Step 6

Closure

3 mins

Recap the key points of the lesson.
Encourage students to apply growth mindset principles in their daily lives.
Thank the students for their participation and hand back their post-it notes as a reminder.

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Worksheet

Scenario Discussion Cards

Printable cards with different scenarios for students to discuss how to apply a growth mindset.

You failed a math test that you studied really hard for.

Your team lost the soccer game despite your best efforts.

You were not selected for the school play after auditioning.

You tried to learn a new skill, but it was more difficult than you expected.

Worksheet

Growth Mindset Worksheet

A worksheet to help students reflect on and develop a growth mindset. Students will answer questions about their own experiences and how they can apply a growth mindset.

Think of a recent challenge you faced. How did you feel?

Describe your feelings and thoughts.

What is something you learned from that experience?

Reflect on any lessons or insights you gained.

Write a growth mindset statement you could use next time.

Example: 'With effort, I can get better at this.'