Power of Yet Reflection Worksheet

Use this worksheet to reflect on a challenge, identify your self-talk, and practice reframing with the power of “yet.”

1. Describe a Recent Challenge

Write about a challenge you faced recently (in school, sports, hobbies, or personal life):

2. Identify Your Negative Self-Talk

List at least two negative thoughts or statements you had when facing this challenge:

3. Reframe with the Power of “Yet”

Rewrite each negative statement by adding “yet” (or another growth-mindset phrase) to create a positive spin:

4. Action Plan

Describe one concrete action you will take next time you face a similar challenge to apply your reframed self-talk:

5. Reflection

How do you feel after reframing and planning compared to before? What differences do you notice?

Growth Mindset Quote Cards

Use these vibrant, printable quote cards to inspire and reinforce a growth mindset in your classroom. Print on colored cardstock (try alternating light green #90EE90, medium green #8FBC8F, and darker green #76C776) or add a colored border when cutting. Laminate for durability and display them on a bulletin board, distribute randomly at the start of class, or let students choose one as a daily mantra.

Quotes (one per card):

1. “Mistakes are proof that you are trying.”
   
   
   
2. “The only way to learn is to make mistakes.”
   
   
   
3. “I can learn anything I want to.”
   
   
   
4. “Challenges help me grow.”
   
   
   
5. “I am a work in progress, and that’s OK.”
   
   
   
6. “Hard work pays off.”
   
   
   
7. “Effort overcomes obstacles.”
   
   
   
8. “I haven’t figured this out…yet.”
   
   
   

Design Tips:

• Use cardstock or heavyweight paper for sturdiness.
• Add a ¼" colored border or background to match your classroom theme.
• Consider backing cards with construction paper for extra color.
• Laminate or sleeve cards for repeated use.

Instructions:

• Cut along the dotted lines to create individual cards.
• Shuffle and display on a ring or in a basket for easy access.
• Invite students to pick a card at the start of each lesson and reflect on how it applies to their learning.
• Rotate cards weekly to keep inspiration fresh.

Self-Talk Prompt Cards

Use these cards to spark conversations about negative self-talk. Print and cut each card along the dotted lines. Distribute one card per pair during the "Spotting Negative Self-Talk" activity. Partners should read their scenario and brainstorm the kinds of negative thoughts someone might have in that situation.

Scenario 1: You try out for the basketball team but don’t make the starting lineup.

Scenario 2: You encounter a challenging math problem that you can’t solve quickly.

Scenario 3: You write a story assignment, and the teacher returns it with lots of feedback.

Scenario 4: You receive a lower-than-expected grade on a science quiz.

Scenario 5: You struggle to learn a new instrument and make many mistakes during practice.

Scenario 6: You’re the last person picked for a group in class activities.

Scenario 7: You forget your lines while rehearsing for a class play.

Scenario 8: You haven’t yet mastered a computer coding concept that others seem to understand quickly.

Instructions:

• Cut along the dotted line to create individual cards.
• In pairs, read your scenario and list possible negative self-talk statements someone might say.
• Share one example with the class when prompted.

Yet Reflection Exit Ticket

Use this quick exit ticket to reflect on today’s lesson and check your understanding of the power of “yet.”

1. What is one key idea you learned about positive self-talk or the power of “yet”?
   
   
   
2. Write one negative self-talk statement you’ve had and then rewrite it by adding “yet.”
   
   
   
3. What is one concrete action you will take next time you face a challenge to use your reframed self-talk?
   
   
   
4. How do you feel now compared to before reframing your statement? Why?
   
   
   

Thank you for sharing—keep using “yet” to grow and persevere!