Lesson Plan

Shining Strengths Guide

Students will identify three personal character strengths, understand how self-efficacy and an asset-based mindset support learning, and draft one strategy to apply a strength in an upcoming class task.

By recognizing and leveraging their unique strengths, students boost confidence, engagement, and resilience—key components of self-efficacy and positive mindsets that drive academic and personal growth.

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Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Talent-Show Hook

5 minutes

Step 2

Direct Instruction on Strengths

5 minutes

Step 3

Individual Survey & Reflection

7 minutes

Step 4

Think-Pair-Share Application

7 minutes

Step 5

Group Commitment Wall

6 minutes

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Spotlight on Strengths

Talent-Show Hook

What Are Character Strengths?

VIA Strength Categories

Why Strengths Matter

Individual Reflection

Think-Pair-Share Application

Group Commitment Wall

Thank You & Next Steps

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Journal

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Strengths Spotlight

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