Lesson Plan
I Can't ... Yet!
Students will understand the difference between fixed and growth mindsets and practice reframing negative self-talk using “yet,” culminating in a personal goal reflecting a growth mindset.
Fostering a growth mindset equips students to embrace challenges, learn from mistakes, and build resilience—skills key to academic success and lifelong learning.
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Prep
Prepare Lesson Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Define Growth vs. Fixed
5 minutes
Step 3
Think-Pair-Share with Prompt Cards
10 minutes
Step 4
Individual Reflection
5 minutes
Step 5
Exit Ticket
5 minutes

Slide Deck
I Can’t… Yet!
Fixed vs Growth Mindset
Reframing Statements
Individual Reflection
Exit Ticket

Activity


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