Lesson Plan
Brain Power Quest Lesson Plan
Students will learn that their abilities can grow through effort and persistence by exploring growth mindset principles, practicing positive self-talk, and setting personal goals.
Introducing growth mindset in fourth grade builds resilience, boosts confidence, and empowers students to tackle challenges, improving academic and social-emotional outcomes.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Mini-Lesson with Slides
8 minutes
Step 3
Worksheet Activity
7 minutes
Step 4
Persistence Game
6 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Assessment
4 minutes
Slide Deck
Brain Power Quest
Today’s Goals
What Is Mindset?
Fixed vs. Growth Mindset
Brain as a Muscle
Real-Life Example
Positive Self-Talk Strategies
Check for Understanding
Worksheet Activity
Persistence Game
Reflection & Goal Setting
Lesson Plan
Growth Mindset Lesson Plan
Students will learn that their abilities can grow through effort and persistence by exploring growth mindset principles, practicing positive self-talk, and setting personal goals.
Introducing growth mindset at the fourth-grade level builds students’ resilience, enhances confidence, and equips them with strategies to embrace challenges, fostering both academic and social-emotional success.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Mini-Lesson with Slides
8 minutes
Step 3
Worksheet Activity
7 minutes
Step 4
Persistence Game
6 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Assessment
4 minutes
Script
Worksheet
Discussion
Activity
Game
