Lesson Plan

Shining Strengths Guide

By the end of this 30-minute lesson, students will identify three personal character strengths via a survey and reflection, articulate one way to apply a strength to an upcoming academic task, and commit to a strength-based strategy.

Recognizing and celebrating personal strengths builds self-efficacy and fosters an asset-based mindset, helping students approach challenges with confidence.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Talent-Show Style Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Direct Instruction on VIA Categories

5 minutes

Step 3

Individual Survey & Journal Reflection

7 minutes

Step 4

Think-Pair-Share on Academic Application

7 minutes

Step 5

Commitment Wall & Wrap-Up

6 minutes

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Welcome to Strengths Spotlight!

Lesson Objective

What Are Character Strengths?

The Six VIA Strength Categories

Strengths in Action

Discover Your Top Strengths

Reflect & Connect

Think-Pair-Share

Commitment Wall

Exit Ticket

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Journal

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Strengths Spotlight

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