Lesson Plan
Growth Mindset Session Plan
Students will recognize the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, apply growth-mindset strategies through challenges and activities, and commit to ongoing resilience practices.
A growth mindset empowers seniors to embrace challenges, learn from setbacks, and build resilience as they prepare for post-graduation life.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Direct Instruction
10 minutes
Step 3
Gamified Challenge
15 minutes
Step 4
Resilience Lab Activity
10 minutes
Step 5
Reflection Journaling
10 minutes
Step 6
Commitment Pledge Cool-Down
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Growth Mindset Matters
What Is a Growth Mindset?
Brain Plasticity
Why Growth Mindset Matters
Obstacle Overcomer Challenge
Resilience Lab Activity
Reflection Journaling
Commitment Pledge
Game
Activity
Journal
Cool Down
