Lesson Plan
Bounce Back Buddies Lesson Plan
Students will learn the concept of resilience—‘bouncing back’ from challenges—by reading a story, discussing characters’ problem-solving, and creating their own resilience drawings.
Building resilience in first graders fosters confidence, a positive mindset, and early problem-solving skills that will support academic and social growth.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Story Time
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
5 minutes
Step 4
Resilience Challenge Activity
8 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Closing
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Bounce Back Buddies
What Is Resilience?
Meet Our Story Friend
Story Time
Let’s Talk!
Resilience Challenge
Share and Celebrate
Reading
Activity
Lesson Plan
Bounce Back Buddies Lesson Plan
Students will understand resilience—bouncing back from challenges—by reading Emma’s story, discussing her problem-solving, and creating their own resilience drawings.
Teaching resilience builds confidence, persistence, and a growth mindset in 1st graders, helping them manage frustration and tackle new challenges.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Story Time
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Discussion
5 minutes
Step 4
Resilience Challenge Activity
8 minutes
Step 5
Reflection and Closing
2 minutes
Worksheet
