Lesson Plan
Facilitator Guide and Timing Notes
Students will describe fixed vs. growth mindsets and identify two personal effort-based strategies to use this week, measured by an exit ticket and pre/post self-assessment.
Understanding and practicing a growth mindset builds resilience, boosts motivation, and empowers students to embrace challenges and learn from mistakes.
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Prep
Prepare Lesson Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up & Pre-Assessment
5 minutes
Step 2
Explicit Teach & Model
10 minutes
Step 3
Guided Practice
10 minutes
Step 4
Strategy Planning
10 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Exit Ticket
10 minutes

Slide Deck
Mindset Powers On
Lesson Objectives
What Is a Mindset?
Fixed vs. Growth Mindset
How the Brain Grows
Positive Self-Talk & Error Reframing
Guided Practice: Mindset Scenarios
Reframing Mistakes Activity
Choose Your Growth Strategies
Reflection & Exit Ticket

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