Lesson Plan
Shining Strengths Guide
Students will identify three personal character strengths and draft one strategy to use a strength in an upcoming class task.
Recognizing and celebrating individual strengths boosts self-efficacy, fosters an asset-based mindset, and empowers students to approach academic challenges confidently.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Talent-Show Style Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Direct Instruction on VIA Strength Categories
5 minutes
Step 3
Individual Strengths Survey and Reflection
8 minutes
Step 4
Think-Pair-Share on Applying Strengths
7 minutes
Step 5
Group Commitment Wall
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Spotlight on Strengths
What Are Character Strengths?
Introducing the VIA Strengths
VIA Categories & Examples
Identify Your Top Strengths
Think-Pair-Share
Next Steps
Script
Journal
