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Your Awesome Story

Lesson Plan

Your Awesome Story

Students will identify personal achievements and recognize their individual strengths and potential, leading to an increased sense of self-worth and optimism for future growth.

Building self-esteem is crucial for 5th graders as it impacts their confidence, resilience, and overall well-being. This lesson helps them acknowledge their unique value and capabilities, fostering a positive outlook for academic and social success.

Audience

5th Grade Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Interactive discussion, individual reflection, and creative expression.

Materials

Prep

Review Materials & Setup

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: Share Your Sparkle (5 minutes)

5 minutes

  • Begin with an engaging question to activate prior knowledge and set a positive tone. You can use a prompt like: "Think of something you did recently that made you feel proud. It could be big or small! Turn to a partner and share your 'sparkle moment'."
    - Encourage a few students to share their 'sparkle moments' with the whole class. (Refer to Your Awesome Story Slide Deck - Slide 1)

Step 2

Introduction: What is Self-Esteem? (5 minutes)

5 minutes

  • Use the Your Awesome Story Slide Deck (Slides 2-3) to introduce the concept of self-esteem in an age-appropriate way.
    - Explain that self-esteem is how we feel about ourselves and how important it is to recognize our own good qualities and achievements.
    - Facilitate a brief discussion asking students what makes them feel good about themselves.

Step 3

Activity: My Achievement Stars (10 minutes)

10 minutes

  • Distribute the My Achievement Stars Worksheet to each student.
    - Explain the activity: Students will draw or write about achievements, skills, or positive qualities they possess. Encourage them to think broadly (e.g., helping a sibling, learning a new game, being a good friend, getting a good grade, trying a new sport).
    - Play uplifting background music if desired.
    - Circulate and offer encouragement and support as students work.

Step 4

Reflection: Future Me (5 minutes)

5 minutes

  • Transition to thinking about future possibilities using the Your Awesome Story Slide Deck (Slide 4).
    - Introduce the Future Me Journal prompt, asking students to think about one thing they would like to achieve or learn in the future, big or small. This could be a skill, a personal goal, or something they want to try.
    - Encourage them to write or draw their ideas, emphasizing that it's about potential and dreams, not pressure.

Step 5

Wrap-Up: Share Your Vision (5 minutes)

5 minutes

  • Invite students to share one achievement star or one future goal with a partner or the class (voluntarily).
    - Reiterate the main message: Everyone has unique strengths and incredible potential. Emphasize that feeling good about ourselves comes from recognizing both what we've done and what we can still do.
    - Conclude with a positive affirmation. (Refer to Your Awesome Story Slide Deck - Slide 5).
    - Consider using the Self-Esteem Booster Cool Down as an exit ticket.
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Slide Deck

Your Sparkle Moment!

Think of something you did recently that made you feel proud. It could be big or small! Share your 'sparkle moment' with a partner or the class!

Welcome students and get them thinking positively. Encourage sharing to build a supportive classroom environment.

What is Self-Esteem?

Self-esteem is how you feel about yourself.

It's about knowing your strengths and believing in your own worth!

Introduce the definition of self-esteem simply. Ask students for their initial thoughts on what it means.

Why is Self-Esteem Important?

When you have good self-esteem, you...

  • Try new things!
  • Believe in yourself!
  • Are resilient when things are tough!
  • Know you are valuable and unique!

Discuss why feeling good about yourself is important. Connect it to everyday situations.

Shine Bright: My Achievement Stars!

What makes you, YOU-nique and awesome?

  • What are you good at?
  • What have you achieved?
  • What positive qualities do you have?

Let's brainstorm and fill our stars! My Achievement Stars Worksheet

Explain the 'Achievement Stars' activity. Emphasize that achievements can be anything they are proud of.

Dream Big: Future Me!

You've achieved so much already! Now, let's look ahead.

What is one thing you would like to learn, do, or achieve in the future? Future Me Journal

Introduce the 'Future Me' reflection. Encourage dreaming and goal-setting.

You Are Amazing!

Remember, you have achieved so much and have incredible potential for the future.

Keep shining your unique light!

Wrap up the lesson with a strong, positive message. Reiterate the main takeaway.

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Worksheet

My Achievement Stars

Everyone has unique talents and achievements! Think about all the things you have done, big or small, that make you proud. These could be things you've learned, challenges you've overcome, kind acts you've done, or skills you have.

Draw or write your achievements, skills, or positive qualities in the stars below. Try to fill at least five stars!

Star 1: An Achievement I'm Proud Of







Star 2: A Skill I Have (e.g., drawing, reading, helping others, playing a game)







Star 3: A Time I Showed Kindness or Helped Someone







Star 4: Something I Learned or Got Better At Recently







Star 5: A Positive Quality I Have (e.g., brave, creative, friendly, persistent)







Bonus Star: Another Awesome Thing About Me!







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Journal

Future Me Journal

You've already achieved so many amazing things, and you have even more potential! Think about what you want to learn, do, or achieve in the future. It could be a new skill, a personal goal, a dream, or something you want to try.

What is one thing you would like to achieve or learn in the future? Describe it or draw a picture. How do you think you will feel when you accomplish it?













Why is this goal important to you?







What is one small step you can take towards this goal?







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Cool Down

Self-Esteem Booster Cool Down

Take a moment to reflect on today's lesson. This is your chance to remember how awesome you are!

  1. What is one new thing you realized about yourself today that makes you feel proud?




  2. What is one positive message you would give to a friend who is feeling down about themselves?




  3. On a scale of 1 to 5, how much more confident do you feel about your own abilities after today's lesson? (Circle one)

    1 (Not at all)     2 (A little)     3 (Somewhat)     4 (Quite a bit)     5 (Very much)




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