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.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
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

Slide Deck
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

Script


Journal

