LaWanda Ferguson

In this 30-minute, single-session Tier 1 lesson, 7th graders will explore the concept of a growth mindset—learning how beliefs about intelligence shape motivation and achievement. This lesson is important because fostering a growth mindset helps students face challenges with resilience, embrace mistakes as learning opportunities, and boost academic confidence.

This lesson engages 3rd graders in a 20-minute discussion on the importance of daily bathing, debunking hygiene myths and building healthy habits. It’s a Tier 1 whole-class activity designed to boost student buy-in and practical understanding of personal hygiene.