Lesson Plan
Shining Strengths Guide
Students will identify three personal character strengths and draft one strategy to apply a strength in an upcoming class task.
By recognizing and valuing their unique strengths, students build self-efficacy and engage with learning through an asset-based mindset.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Talent-Show Style Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Direct Instruction on Strength Categories
5 minutes
Step 3
Individual Strengths Survey & Reflection
7 minutes
Step 4
Think-Pair-Share on Application
8 minutes
Step 5
Group Commitment Wall
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Spotlight on Strengths
VIA Character Strengths Model
Examples of Character Strengths
Identify Your Top 3 Strengths
Applying Your Strengths
Group Commitment Wall

Script


Journal

