Growth Mindset
Maria is in gymnastics. She is trying hard to learn a new move. Every time she fails she tells herself, "I'll never get this!" Is this an example of a fixed or growth mindset?
Fixed Mindset! Bonus points-What's an example of something she can tell herself that would be a growth mindset?
What is your favorite strategy to use when you are stressed?
Awesome strategy!
How do you know that someone is a good friend?
They listen, respect you, smile, are kind, are interested in the same things, enjoy spending time with you! (and many more!)
What is an example of how you practice self-care?
Awesome self-care examples!
How have you shown kindness this school year?
Byron is struggling with this week's new math concept. Every time he makes a mistake he tells himself, "If I were smarter, I'd understand this already!" Is this an example of a fixed or growth mindset?
Fixed mindset. Bonus points-What can Byron tell himself that would be an example of a growth mindset?
Where is your happy place?
Awesome happy place!
Name two teams that you're a part of.
Class, school, family, sports...etc
Who can you ask for help?
Awesome friends, family, teachers, counselors, principals
What is a career?
A career is the job or profession that someone does
False! You're allowed to fail by yourself or in front of others as long as you're learning!
What was your favorite scent that you smelled during class (or at home)?
Awesome scent!
What makes you a good friend?
Awesome friend traits!
How can we take care of our bodies?
Bodies: eat healthy foods, sleep, be active, stretch, yoga
How can you show kindness at school?
Awesome examples of kindness!
What 3 letter word can you add to the end of a fixed mindset comment to turn it into a growth mindset? (I can't do this math problem...)
Y-E-T!
Show me an example of a yoga pose you learned.
Awesome yoga pose!
What's the purpose of a team?
Awesome team purpose!
If you have a goal you want to accomplish, what are some things you can do to help you accomplish that goal?
Show me with your hand what "flipping your lid" looks like!
Yeah!
Think about a real life example from this past week. When has there been a time when you have failed at something and you used (or could have used) a growth mindset. Share your example.
Awesome example!
What is an example of a personal mantra?
Awesome mantra!
What are some challenges of being on a team or in a friendship with someone?
Bonus points-How could you manage those challenges?
How many hours of sleep do kids 6 years old to 12 years old need on a nightly basis?
9-12 hours!
What is Mrs. Pelayo's favorite calming strategy?
Bonus points if you know why!