Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will develop a growth mindset toward math challenges and strengthen basic number sense through discussion and interactive, hands-on activities.
By explicitly teaching growth mindset and giving repeated, low-stakes practice with number sense, students build confidence, reduce frustration behaviors, and form positive math habits that support future learning.
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Time
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Materials
Prep
Print and Organize Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Growth Mindset Discussion
10 minutes
Step 3
Number Sense Flashcard Practice
10 minutes
Step 4
Number Line Race
5 minutes
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Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Students will use visual models and manipulatives to deepen their understanding of addition and subtraction concepts while practicing self-regulation strategies to manage frustration.
Hands-on tools clarify abstract math ideas and boost confidence; pairing manipulatives with self-regulation steps helps struggling students stay calm and focused during challenges.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome and Regulation Check
5 minutes
Step 2
Visual Model Demonstration
8 minutes
Step 3
Manipulative Math Practice
12 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Debrief
5 minutes
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Session 3 Lesson Plan
Students will apply a structured problem-solving strategy to multi-step word problems and work cooperatively to build confidence and accuracy.
Multi-step word problems can feel overwhelming; teaching a clear, step-by-step approach and encouraging peer support helps struggling students stay focused, reduce frustration, and improve math proficiency.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Print and Set Up Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up & Strategy Review
5 minutes
Step 2
Model Problem Solving
8 minutes
Step 3
Cooperative Practice
12 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Debrief
5 minutes
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Session 4 Lesson Plan
Students will review and apply key math skills through a fun mixed-practice game, then reflect on their growth and set personal math goals.
A culminating session that reinforces learned strategies, builds confidence through success, and empowers students to take ownership of their math growth supports positive behaviors and self-regulation.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Review and Reflection Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome and Growth Check
5 minutes
Step 2
Mixed Practice Review Game
15 minutes
Step 3
Reflection and Goal-Setting
5 minutes
Step 4
Share and Celebrate
5 minutes
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