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Mindset Matters: Growth vs. Fixed Mindset

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Lesson Plan

Mindset Matters: Growth vs. Fixed Mindset

Understand growth vs. fixed mindset

This lesson introduces 5th-grade students to the concepts of fixed and growth mindsets through interactive activities and discussions. Students will explore how adopting a growth mindset can help them overcome challenges and achieve their goals. This lesson is important as it empowers students to develop resilience and a positive attitude towards learning and personal development.

Audience

5th Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Understand growth vs. fixed mindset

Materials

Whiteboard and markers, Mindset Discussion Questions, Mindset Worksheet, and Growth Mindset Printable Cards

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what a mindset is.
  • Ask students if they have heard of the terms 'fixed mindset' and 'growth mindset.'
  • Explain that today they will learn about these concepts and how they can impact their learning and success.

Step 2

Video and Discussion

10 mins

  • Show a short video explaining the difference between fixed and growth mindsets (if available).
  • Use the Mindset Discussion Questions to facilitate a discussion about the video.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences related to the mindsets.

Step 3

Interactive Activity

15 mins

  • Distribute the Mindset Worksheet to each student.
  • Have students work in pairs to complete the worksheet, identifying examples of fixed and growth mindsets in different scenarios.
  • Walk around the classroom to assist and engage with students as they work.

Step 4

Group Reflection

10 mins

  • Bring the class back together for a group reflection.
  • Ask students to share their answers from the worksheet and discuss how a growth mindset can be applied in their own lives.
  • Use the Growth Mindset Printable Cards to reinforce positive affirmations and mindset shifts.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Summarize the key points of the lesson.
  • Encourage students to think about how they can apply a growth mindset in their daily activities.
  • Thank students for their participation and remind them that mindsets can change and grow with effort.
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Discussion

Mindset Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a discussion on fixed and growth mindsets.

What is a fixed mindset?

A fixed mindset is the belief that abilities and intelligence are static and cannot change.







What is a growth mindset?

A growth mindset is the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed with effort and learning.







How can a growth mindset help you in school?

A growth mindset can help you embrace challenges, learn from criticism, and persist in the face of setbacks.







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Worksheet

Mindset Worksheet

A worksheet to help students identify fixed and growth mindsets in various scenarios.

Describe a situation where you showed a fixed mindset. How could you change it to a growth mindset?








List three benefits of having a growth mindset.








Think of a challenge you faced recently. How could a growth mindset help you overcome it?








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Worksheet

Growth Mindset Printable Cards

Printable cards with positive affirmations to encourage a growth mindset.




I can learn anything I want to.







I am not afraid of challenges.







Mistakes help me improve.







I can always improve with effort.







I am a problem solver.




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