Fixed or Growth
Rewrite
True or False
Scenarios
100
This is too hard
Fixed Mindset
100
I'll never be able to do this.
This is hard but I am going to keep trying.
100
Your brain has nothing to do with moving your body; that is the sole responsibility of your muscles.
false
100
What does it mean to have a growth mindset?
Belief your brain can grow Show perseverance
200
I can't do this yet.
Growth
200
I hate mistakes.
Mistakes help me learn.
200
Your brain stops changing and growing after the age of 10.
false
200
In a group Avery got picked to be the artist even though she doesn't like drawing. What can she say to herself?
This could be fun and I get to be creative.
300
Sarah is frustrated with her math homework but she tries a new strategy.
Growth
300
The last time I tried this, I failed. It was a waste of time to try again.
If I keep trying, I will learn how to do this.
300
Our brains allow us to think, imagine, remember, hear, see, speak, move, and feel emotions.
true
300
Clara wants to try out for the school play but she thinks she isn't good at singing. What can she tell herself?
I show try and see if I can get a part in the play. I might not be the best singer but I am going to try.
400
The belief that the brain can grow and learn new skills.
Growth
400
I hate math.
Even though I do not like math, I am going to keep on practicing and learning new skills.
400
If you can't learn something easily or right away, you are doomed and will never learn it.
false
400
Ian wants to get better at guitar but it is challenging for him. What should he do?
Keep practicing.
500
The belief that the brain cannot learn new skills or improve.
Fixed
500
I can't do this.
I can't do this Yet.
500

Practice, making mistakes, and learning new things helps our brains to be stronger.

true

500
Cooper sees his friend Ted getting better at basketball. Cooper is worried Ted will become better than him. How should Cooper respond instead?
Encourage his friend Practice with his friend Not be jealous
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