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Resilience in Action

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Lesson Plan

Resilience in Action

Develop a resilient mindset

This lesson introduces high school students to the concept of resilience, helping them understand its importance and how to cultivate it. Through engaging discussions and activities, students will explore strategies to bounce back from challenges, fostering a resilient mindset that can support their personal and academic growth.

Audience

High School Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Develop a resilient mindset

Materials

Discussion Questions, Resilience Worksheet, Resilience Bingo Cards, and Pens and Paper

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief explanation of resilience and its significance in everyday life.
  • Share a personal story or example of resilience to engage students.

Step 2

Group Discussion

10 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Provide each group with discussion questions to explore the concept of resilience.
  • Encourage students to share personal experiences and thoughts.

Step 3

Activity: Resilience Building

10 mins

  • Distribute the Resilience Worksheet to each student.
  • Guide students through activities on the worksheet that focus on identifying challenges and brainstorming strategies to overcome them.
  • Encourage students to think creatively and share their strategies with the class.

Step 4

Game: Resilience Bingo

10 mins

  • Distribute Resilience Bingo cards to each student.
  • Explain the rules: students mark off squares as they observe or discuss resilient behaviors during the lesson.
  • Encourage students to call out 'Bingo!' when they complete a row, column, or diagonal.

Step 5

Reflection and Sharing

5 mins

  • Ask students to reflect on what they learned about resilience.
  • Invite volunteers to share their thoughts and strategies with the class.
  • Facilitate a class discussion on the importance of resilience in achieving personal goals.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

  • Summarize key points discussed in the lesson.
  • Encourage students to apply resilience strategies in their daily lives.
  • Provide a brief overview of the next lesson topic.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions on Resilience

A set of questions designed to facilitate a group discussion on the concept of resilience and its application in students' lives.

What does resilience mean to you?

Encourage students to think about resilience in terms of bouncing back from challenges and maintaining a positive outlook.







Can you share a time when you had to be resilient?

Guide students to reflect on personal experiences where they overcame obstacles.







Why is resilience important in achieving your goals?

Discuss how resilience can help in overcoming setbacks and staying focused on long-term objectives.







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Worksheet

Resilience Worksheet

A worksheet designed to help students identify challenges and develop strategies to build resilience.

List three challenges you have faced recently and how you dealt with them.

Think about both personal and academic challenges.







What strategies can you use to overcome future challenges?

Consider strategies like positive thinking, seeking support, and setting realistic goals.







How can resilience help you in your academic and personal life?

Reflect on the benefits of resilience in maintaining motivation and achieving success.







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Worksheet

Resilience Bingo Cards

Printable bingo cards featuring resilient behaviors and strategies for students to observe and discuss during the lesson.




Helped a classmate







Stayed positive







Asked for help







Set a goal







Tried again after failing







Encouraged someone







Stayed calm under pressure







Adapted to a change







Found a solution to a problem







Listened to feedback







Took a break and returned







Focused on the present







Practiced self-care







Used positive self-talk







Celebrated a small win




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