Attitude Reflection Worksheet

Name: ____________________________ Date: _______________

1. Describe a recent challenging situation you faced:
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. What was your initial attitude toward this situation? (How did you feel or what did you think?):
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. How did that attitude affect your actions or feelings at the time?
   
   
   
   
   
   

4. Write a positive reframe for this situation. (How can you think about it differently to feel more open and motivated?):
   
   
   
   
   
   

5. How might this positive attitude change the way you approach similar challenges in the future?
   
   
   
   
   
   

6. When and how will you practice using this reframing strategy again?
   
   
   
   
   
   

Scenario Cards for Attitude Reframing

Cut along the lines to create individual cards. Each group should get 2–3 cards to discuss.

Card 1:
You’ve been working on a challenging math problem for 20 minutes and still can’t find the solution. You think: “I’m terrible at math.”

Card 2:
You arrive late to class because you missed the bus. You think: “I’m always messing up. The teacher is going to be so disappointed.”

Card 3:
You received a B on an essay when you expected an A. You think: “I’m a bad writer and I’ll never improve.”

Card 4:
Your lab partner forgot the science supplies, so your group can’t start the experiment. You think: “This project is ruined because of them.”

Card 5:
During a group discussion, your idea wasn’t chosen. You think: “My ideas aren’t good enough.”

Card 6:
You spill water on your worksheet just before handing it in. You think: “Now I have to redo everything and I’ll never finish on time.”

Attitude Tune-Up Exit Ticket

Name: ____________________________ Date: _______________

1. What is one key insight you learned today about managing your attitude?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. Describe a situation where you will use reframing to shift a negative attitude. What new thought will you choose?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. Which strategy—identify attitude, reflect, or reframe—do you think will help you most, and why?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

4. What question or support do you need to continue tuning your attitude in future challenges?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Tune Your Attitude Teacher Script

Introduction (5 minutes)

Teacher (smiling, writing title on chart paper): “Good morning, everyone! Today we’re going to talk about attitude—what it is and how it shapes our day. First, let me ask: What does the word attitude mean to you?”
(Pause and record student responses on chart paper.)

Teacher: “I hear some great ideas: like ‘feelings,’ ‘mindset,’ and ‘the way we think.’ Attitude is exactly that—it’s our mindset and how we choose to look at things. Our attitude affects our mood, our actions, and how we work with others. By the end of today’s lesson, you’ll learn to recognize your attitude, reflect on its impact, and reframe challenges so you can stay open and motivated.”

(Point to the chart paper where you recorded responses and the lesson goal.)

Direct Instruction (10 minutes)

Teacher (switch to projector or whiteboard): “Let’s compare two types of attitudes.”

• Teacher reads: “Positive attitude means you’re open, hopeful, and motivated. What’s an example of that?”
(Pause and call on a volunteer. Follow up: “Yes—that’s great! You’re ready to try, even if it’s hard.”)

• Teacher reads: “Negative attitude means you’re closed off, doubtful, or discouraged. Can someone give me an example?”
(Pause for a response. Follow up: “Exactly—that thought might slow us down or make us give up.”)

Teacher: “Now I’ll model reframing. Imagine I look at this task and say, ‘This task is too hard.’”
(Write original on board.)
Teacher: “That’s a negative attitude. Let’s reframe it positively. I can say, ‘This is a challenge I can learn from.’”
(Write reframe on board.)
Teacher: “See how that shifts our energy? We go from stuck to curious. How might that reframe help me work better?”
(Pause. Invite 1–2 responses.)

Reflection Activity (7 minutes)

Teacher: “Now I want each of you to reflect on a challenge you’ve faced recently. Please take out your Attitude Reflection Worksheet.”
(Distribute worksheets or direct students to their desks.)

Teacher (circulating the room quietly): “In question 1, describe a situation that felt tough. In question 2, write down your first thought or feeling. Then in question 4, try writing a positive reframe—just like we did together. If you get stuck, raise your hand and I’ll come help.”

(After 5 minutes, give a one-minute warning.)
Teacher: “Okay friends, wrap up your writing in 30 seconds.”

Scenario Practice (5 minutes)

Teacher: “Next, let’s practice in small groups. Form groups of three or four. I’m handing each group some Scenario Cards for Attitude Reframing.”
(Distribute cards; students gather in groups.)

Teacher: “With your group, pick one card, read the situation, and identify the attitude you see. Then write a positive reframe on a sticky note or index card. You have three minutes!”
(Circulate, listen, and encourage deeper thinking. Ask: “What other way could you look at this?”)

(After three minutes.)
Teacher: “Time’s up—let’s hear from Group 1. What was your scenario and your positive reframe?”
(Pause for group share. Praise effort: “I like how you turned ‘I’m terrible at math’ into ‘I’m getting closer every try!’”)

Wrap-Up (3 minutes)

Teacher (returning to whole-group): “Today we practiced three key strategies:”

1. Identify your attitude
2. Reflect on how it affects you
3. Reframe challenges positively

Teacher: “Keep these steps in mind when you face something tough—on homework, in PE, or even with friends. Before you go, please hand in your worksheets here on my desk. Thank you for your thoughtful work today! Remember: tune your attitude, and you’ll tune your day.”

(Collect worksheets and display a few outstanding reframes on chart paper if time allows.)