Lesson Plan

Effort Adventure Plan

Students will understand why effort matters, learn strategies to stay motivated, and practice tracking their effort through group discussions and activities.

Building a growth mindset early helps 1st graders develop persistence, recognize progress, and embrace challenges rather than avoid them.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Effort

5 minutes

Step 2

Effort Discussion

7 minutes

Step 3

Effort Adventure Game

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Closure

8 minutes

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Effort Adventure

What is Effort?

Growth Mindset Chart

Our Challenges

Motivation Strategies

Effort Quest Game

Reflection Time

Effort Stars

Keep the Adventure Going

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Activity

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Effort Adventure

Alyssha Walker

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