Lesson Plan
Riding the Waves Plan
Students will reframe an upcoming change by identifying two personal growth opportunities and drafting an adaptive action plan.
This lesson fosters a growth mindset, builds resilience, and equips students to navigate life transitions confidently by reframing challenges as opportunities for development.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Technology
15 minutes
Step 1
Vocabulary Preview & Poll
5 minutes
Step 2
Mini-Lesson: Fixed vs Growth Responses
10 minutes
Step 3
Comfort Zone Stretch Bingo
10 minutes
Step 4
Journal Activity: Reframing Change
10 minutes
Step 5
Pair-Share & Class Brainstorm
10 minutes

Slide Deck
Embracing Change
Key Concepts
Fixed Mindset Response
Growth Mindset Response
Fixed vs. Growth: Side-by-Side
Your Turn: Reflect
Share & Brainstorm

Journal


Game


Discussion

