Lesson Plan

Power Up Your Brain

Students will understand the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, practice reframing challenges through scenarios, and develop three personal strategies to embrace learning obstacles.

Cultivating a growth mindset boosts students’ resilience, persistence, and willingness to tackle challenges, fostering a positive classroom culture and improved academic outcomes.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Hook and Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Explore Mindset Types

8 minutes

Step 3

Scenario Practice

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Strategy Development

7 minutes

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Power Up Your Brain

Today’s Objectives

Why Growth Mindset?

Brain Growth Principles

Fixed vs Growth Mindset

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Scenario Practice

Sample Scenario

Reflection & Strategy

Wrap-Up & Next Steps

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Power Up Your Brain

Alyssha Walker

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