Lesson Plan

Effort Explorers Lesson Plan

Students will learn what it means to put forth effort and will practice trying their best through interactive songs, a read-aloud, a sticker chart activity, and a simple challenge game.

Building early perseverance skills helps Pre-K students develop confidence and resilience when facing new tasks. Recognizing effort fosters a growth mindset and encourages children to keep trying.

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Prep

Prepare Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: Effort Song

5 minutes

Step 2

Story Time: The Little Engine That Could

7 minutes

Step 3

Effort Activity: Sticker Chart

8 minutes

Step 4

Game: Persistence Dice Challenge

7 minutes

Step 5

Cool-Down & Reflection

3 minutes

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Slide Deck

Effort Explorers

Lesson Objectives

Materials

Warm-Up: Effort Song

Story Time: The Little Engine That Could

Activity: Effort Stars Sticker Chart

Game: Persistence Dice Challenge

Cool-Down & Reflection

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Script

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Activity

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Game

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Activity

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Cool Down

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Effort Explorers

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