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Growth Mindset Adventure

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Lesson Plan

Growth Mindset Adventure

Encourage resilience and positivity

In this Growth Mindset Adventure, students will explore the concept of growth mindset through engaging stories, videos, and activities. This lesson is designed to help students understand how a growth mindset can aid in overcoming challenges and foster a positive attitude towards learning. By the end of the lesson, students will be better equipped to approach difficulties with resilience and optimism.

Audience

Grades 3-5 Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Encourage resilience and positivity

Materials

Storybook: 'The Most Magnificent Thing' by Ashley Spires, Video: 'Developing a Growth Mindset', Growth Mindset Discussion Questions, Growth Mindset Worksheet, Markers and Paper, Growth Mindset Exit Ticket, and Growth Mindset Summary Handout

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what a mindset is.
  • Ask students if they have heard of a growth mindset and what they think it means.

Step 2

Story Time

10 mins

  • Read 'The Most Magnificent Thing' by Ashley Spires.
  • Pause at key moments to ask students how the character is demonstrating a growth mindset.

Step 3

Video Viewing

5 mins

Step 4

Discussion

10 mins

  • Use the Growth Mindset Discussion Questions to facilitate a conversation about the story and video.
  • Encourage students to share personal experiences where they faced challenges.

Step 5

Activity

10 mins

  • Distribute the Growth Mindset Worksheet.
  • Have students complete the worksheet individually or in pairs, focusing on how they can apply a growth mindset to their own challenges.
  • Allow students to share their thoughts with the class.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

  • Recap the key points of the lesson.
  • Encourage students to think about one way they can use a growth mindset in the coming week.
  • Distribute the Growth Mindset Exit Ticket for students to complete.
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Discussion

Growth Mindset Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a discussion on growth mindset after reading the story and watching the video.

What challenges did the character face in the story?

Encourage students to identify specific challenges and discuss how the character responded.







How did the character show a growth mindset?

Discuss examples from the story where the character demonstrated perseverance and learning from mistakes.







What did you learn from the video about growth mindset?

Encourage students to reflect on the video's message and how it applies to their own lives.







Can you think of a time when you faced a challenge? How did you overcome it?

Encourage students to share personal stories and relate them to the concept of growth mindset.







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Worksheet

Growth Mindset Worksheet

A worksheet to help students reflect on how they can apply a growth mindset to their own challenges.

Describe a challenge you faced recently. What was difficult about it?

Think about a time when you struggled with something at school or home.







How can you use a growth mindset to overcome this challenge?

Consider what you can learn from the experience and how you can try different strategies.







What is one thing you will do differently next time you face a challenge?

Think about a new approach or attitude you can adopt.







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Quiz

Growth Mindset Exit Ticket

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Reading

Growth Mindset Summary Handout

A handout summarizing the key concepts of growth mindset, including definitions, examples, and practical applications for students.

Growth Mindset Summary

What is a Growth Mindset?

  • A belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work.
  • Emphasizes learning from mistakes and embracing challenges.

Key Concepts:

  • Challenges: View them as opportunities to grow.
  • Effort: Understand that effort is a path to mastery.
  • Mistakes: Learn from them and try different strategies.
  • Feedback: Use it to improve and grow.

How to Apply a Growth Mindset:

  • Set Goals: Focus on learning goals rather than performance goals.
  • Embrace Challenges: Don't shy away from difficult tasks.
  • Persist: Keep trying even when things get tough.
  • Reflect: Think about what you can learn from each experience.

Remember:

  • Everyone can grow and improve with effort and perseverance.
  • Encourage yourself and others to keep learning and growing.
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