Values
What is a value? Give one example a 7th grader might have
A value is something important that guides choices; example: kindness.
What is a strength? Give one example a 7th grader might have
A strength is something you are good at; example: organizing tasks.
What is confidence? Name one quick way to feel more confident before speaking
Confidence is believing you can try and do well. Quick way: practice aloud or take deep breaths.
What is self-esteem?
Self-esteem is how much you value and respect yourself.
What is self-talk? Give one positive and one negative example
Self-talk is the voice in your head. Positive: “I can try this.” Negative: “I always mess up.”
Name two ways to learn what your values are
Think about choices that felt right or ask family/teachers what they admire about you
Name two ways to discover your strengths
Ask teachers or friends for feedback; try different class tasks to see what feels easier.
Give one simple example (1–2 sentences) of healthy confidence in class and name the behavior that made it healthy.
A student shared an answer and later asked classmates for feedback; the healthy behavior was listening and being polite when corrected
Give one simple habit that can improve self-esteem.
Write down one thing you did well each day.
How can negative self-talk affect what you do? Give one quick way to change it
It can make you avoid tasks and feel anxious. Change it by noticing the thought and replacing it with a fact-based or growth statement.
Why do values help when making a hard choice? Give a short school example.
Values point to what matters most; e.g., if you value honesty, you’ll admit a mistake instead of lying.
How can knowing your strengths help during group work? Give one example.
You can choose a role that fits you (e.g., if you’re organized, manage the timeline).
Name two things you can tell yourself after getting a low grade to help your confidence
“I can learn from this” and “I’ll try a new study plan.
How is self-esteem different from confidence?
Confidence is belief in a skill (I can do this task); self-esteem is overall sense of worth (I am a valuable person).
Rework: “I’ll never get this” into a positive self-talk statement.
“I’m not there yet; I’ll try a new method and practice today.”
A friend asks you to skip class. Explain how you’d use your values to answer and offer one alternative
If I value responsibility, I’d say no and offer to help them study after class
Pick one strength and write a specific goal for this semester that uses it.
Strength = organizing. Goal: “I will create and share a homework calendar each week for my study group for the next two months.
What’s a calm, confident reply if someone says your idea won’t work
“Thanks, can you explain why? Maybe we try a small test to see if it works.”
Name two ways negative feedback can affect self-esteem
It can lower mood and make you avoid trying
Create a 3-line morning self-talk routine to feel ready for school
1) “I can learn today.” 2) “I will try my best.” 3) “Small steps add up
Scenario: You can help at home (family needs you) or go to a paid event. Name two conflicting values and explain which you’d choose and why
Values: family duty vs. independence/fun. I’d help at home now because my family needs me and plan another time for the paid event
Short pitch (2 sentences): Explain why your strength makes you a good person to lead a small project.
I’m good at organizing and communicating, so I can plan meeting times and make clear agendas so our group finishes tasks on time
Give a 3-step plan to build confidence in one skill over two weeks.
1) Practice 10 minutes each day; 2) get feedback twice; 3) try the skill in front of a friend at the end of two weeks.
Write a short plan (2-3 steps) to strengthen your self-esteem over a month
1) Keep a weekly list of achievements; 2) practice one self-care habit each week; 3) set a small goal and celebrate progress.
You’re nervous about tryouts and think “I always mess up.” Write 3 sentences of positive self-talk and one physical action you’ll do right before tryouts to calm down
“I have practiced and I can do my best. One mistake doesn’t define me. I’ll focus on one skill I do well. I’ll learn no matter what happens. Right before tryouts I’ll take three deep breaths and smile."