Lesson Plan
Shining Strengths Guide
Students will identify and articulate three personal character strengths and develop a concrete strategy applying one strength to an upcoming academic task.
Focusing on strengths builds self-efficacy, nurtures an asset-based mindset, and boosts collaboration by helping students recognize and leverage individual talents.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Print Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Talent-Show Style Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Direct Instruction: VIA Strength Categories
5 minutes
Step 3
Individual Survey & Journal Reflection
7 minutes
Step 4
Think-Pair-Share on Applying Strengths
7 minutes
Step 5
Group Commitment Wall
6 minutes
Slide Deck
Spotlight on Strengths
VIA Character Strength Categories
Strength Examples
Identify Your Top 3 Strengths
Think-Pair-Share
Next Steps: Strengths in Action
Script
Journal
