Lesson Plan
Grit and Perseverance Adventure
Developing Frustration Tolerance
This lesson plan is designed to help 3rd-grade students develop frustration tolerance and perseverance through engaging activities and discussions. Over 15 sessions, students will explore the concepts of grit and perseverance using game-based learning, active learning, and trauma-informed teaching strategies. The lesson will incorporate the video 'Story: Ronnie and His Grit' to illustrate these concepts in a relatable way. By the end of the sessions, students will have a better understanding of how to handle challenges and persist in their efforts, which is crucial for their personal and academic growth.
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Step 1
Session 1: Introduction to Grit and Frustration
25 mins
Step 2
Session 2: Video Viewing and Discussion
25 mins
Step 3
Session 3: Grit Games Introduction
25 mins
Step 4
Session 4: Grit Games - Challenge 1: The Tower of Perseverance
25 mins
Step 5
Session 5: Grit Games - Challenge 2: The Puzzle Race
25 mins
Step 6
Session 6: Grit Games - Challenge 3: The Obstacle Course
25 mins
Step 7
Session 7: Mid-Point Reflection
25 mins
Step 8
Session 8: Video Exploration - Growth Mindset
25 mins
Step 9
Session 9: Video Exploration - Resilience
25 mins
Step 10
Session 10: Video Exploration - Coping Skills
25 mins
Step 11
Session 11: Frustration Management Workshop
25 mins
Step 12
Session 12: Growth Mindset Challenges
25 mins
Step 13
Session 13: Creative Expression
25 mins
Step 14
Session 14: Final Reflection
25 mins
Step 15
Session 15: Celebration and Review
25 mins

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