Strengths Recognition
Suggested Resources
What Makes You Shine Brightest?
Tier 1
4th Grade Class
60 mins
This resource helps students identify their unique strengths and talents, fostering a positive self-image and encouraging them to recognize the value they bring to their community. It's crucial for building self-esteem and a supportive classroom environment.
Strength Spotting
Tier 2
7th Grade Group
45 mins
This resource guides small groups in observing and articulating strengths in themselves and their peers, promoting empathy and constructive feedback. It's vital for developing social awareness and positive peer relationships.
Personal Strengths Portfolio
Tier 3
10th Grade Student
120 mins
This resource supports individual students in creating a comprehensive portfolio showcasing their personal strengths, achievements, and growth areas. It's an empowering tool for self-advocacy and future goal setting.
How Do Your Strengths Help Others?
Tier 1
6th Grade Class
50 mins
This resource explores how individual strengths contribute to group success and community well-being, fostering a sense of collective responsibility and purpose. It helps students understand the broader impact of their unique abilities.
Hidden Gems
Tier 2
2nd Grade Group
30 mins
This resource uses engaging activities to uncover 'hidden' or less obvious strengths in students, especially those who may not readily identify their own positive attributes. It's excellent for boosting confidence in reserved or struggling learners.
Strength-Based Goal Setting
Tier 3
8th Grade Student
75 mins
This resource guides individual students in setting personal and academic goals by leveraging their identified strengths, promoting a growth mindset and strategic planning. It's essential for empowering students to take ownership of their development.
Can You Spot a Strength in a Challenge?
Tier 1
5th Grade Class
60 mins
This resource teaches students to reframe challenges by identifying underlying strengths used to overcome obstacles, fostering resilience and a positive outlook. It's key for developing problem-solving skills and emotional regulation.
Positive Affirmations
Tier 2
3rd Grade Group
40 mins
This resource helps small groups create and practice positive affirmations based on their identified strengths, reinforcing self-belief and positive self-talk. It's excellent for building self-confidence and a supportive group dynamic.
My Strengths Story
Tier 3
11th Grade Student
90 mins
This resource guides individual students in crafting a narrative about their personal journey of discovering and utilizing their strengths, fostering deep self-reflection and personal storytelling skills. It's a powerful tool for self-awareness and identity formation.
What Superpower Do You Bring to the Team?
Tier 1
9th Grade Class
70 mins
This resource encourages students to identify their unique contributions as 'superpowers' within a team context, enhancing collaboration and appreciation for diverse talents. It's vital for fostering teamwork and a sense of belonging.
Growth Mindset Garden
Tier 2
1st Grade Group
35 mins
This resource uses the metaphor of a garden to help small groups cultivate their strengths and understand that abilities can grow and develop over time. It promotes a positive attitude towards learning and challenges.
Role Model Strength Analysis
Tier 3
12th Grade Student
80 mins
This resource guides individual students in analyzing the strengths of their chosen role models and reflecting on how those strengths resonate with or inspire their own development. It encourages aspirational thinking and personal connection to positive attributes.