Growing Our Minds!

Christina Wong

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Growing Our Minds!

growth mindset

In this lesson, students will learn about the concept of a growth mindset and how it can help them overcome challenges. The lesson includes a fun video, a hands-on activity, and a guided discussion. This lesson is important because it helps young students develop resilience and a positive attitude toward learning, which are crucial skills for lifelong success.

Audience

1st Grade Boy

Time

15 minutes

Approach

Active Learning, Project-Based Learning, Game-Based Learning

Materials

Growth Mindset Video, Discussion Questions, and Growth Mindset Activity Sheet

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Greet the student and briefly explain the day's topic: Growth Mindset.
Ask the student if they know what a 'mindset' is and give a simple explanation: it's how we think about things.

Step 2

Video

3 minutes

Introduce the video by explaining that they will watch a short video about a monster named Mojo who learns about the growth mindset.
Watch the video: Growth Mindset.
Ask a quick question after the video to check for understanding: "What did Mojo learn about his brain?"

Step 3

Activity

6 minutes

Explain the activity: The student will draw and describe something they had to practice to get better at.
Provide materials: Give the student the Growth Mindset Activity Sheet.
Assist as needed: Help the student think of examples and encourage them as they complete their drawing and description.

Step 4

Discussion

3 minutes

Guide the discussion: Use the provided discussion questions to talk about the activity and the video.
Encourage sharing: Ask the student to share their drawing and talk about how they felt when they were learning something new.

Step 5

Closure

1 minute

Summarize the lesson: Briefly recap what was learned about growth mindset and how it helps us get better at things.
Encourage positive reinforcement: Praise the student's efforts and remind them that it's okay to make mistakes while learning.

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Discussion

Growth Mindset Discussion

This discussion will help reinforce the concept of a growth mindset by reflecting on the video and activity.

What did Mojo learn about his brain?

Mojo learned that his brain can get stronger by trying hard things and learning from mistakes.

Can you think of a time when you had to practice something to get better at it?

Guide the student to think about activities like riding a bike, drawing, or reading. Emphasize the effort and practice involved.

How did you feel when you were learning something new and it was hard?

Encourage the student to express their emotions and reflect on how persistence helped them improve.

Worksheet

Growth Mindset Activity Sheet

This worksheet helps students identify and reflect on a skill they have improved through practice.

Draw a picture of something you practiced to get better at.

It could be drawing, riding a bike, tying shoes, etc.

Describe what you drew. How did you feel when you were learning?

Write a few words about your drawing and your feelings.