Fixed or Growth
I’m always being corrected so that must mean I’m a failure
Fixed mindset
I’m already a really good writer. I don’t need to get any better
There’s always room for improvement.
Orisa's best friend asked her to come to her house to play. Orisa's mom asked Orisa to put things away in her messy bedroom before she went to her friend's house. What should Orisa do?
She should put things away and then she can go to her friends house
Which famous talk show host got fired from a news station when she was 23 because they said she was not fit for TV?
Oprah Winfrey
What is responsibility?
Being dependable and making good choices. Taking care of your duties and owning your actions
There’s just so much I have to do and there’s not enough time so I’m going to give up
Fixed mindset
I’m just not good at math.
Math is challenging for me, but I know I can improve.
Elliott's mom asked him to feed his cat after the family ate dinner. Elliott wanted to ride his bicycle with his friend next door. How can Elliott show responsibility?
When he’s done eating and putting away his dirty dishes he can quickly feed the cat and get ready to go out
Which actor, who is known for his role in Jurassic World and Guardians of the Galaxy, was homeless and lived in a van when he was 19 years old?
Chris Pratt
What does “Mindset” mean?
The way you think about yourself, your abilities, and how you approach challenges.
I’ll believe I’m doing a good job when I hear someone tell me that I am.
Fixed
I’m either good at something or I’m not.
I can improve my skills with effort and practice.
Kaleb was getting ready for bed. His mom reminded him to brush his teeth. Kaleb was tired and wanted to play Roblox instead. What is the responsible thing for Kaleb to do?
He should take care of his hygiene because that is more important as a game
Which singer has been rejected from major record labels and faced financial difficulties?
Beyoncé
What does it mean to have a fixed mindset? Bonus: give an example of one
Believing that your abilities and intelligence can’t change—thinking “I’m just not good at this.”
I know this topic to new to me so I’m going to take it one step at a time and ask questions when I’m stuck
Growth mindset
When people give me feedback, it feels like criticism
I appreciate when people give me feedback. It helps me learn and grow.
Sam and Vinny were excited for free time that they decided to race each other and ended up pushing people out of the way on the stairs. When they were called by the teacher to explain their unsafe choices what should they say?
Sam and Vinny should tell the truth and explain that they were excited and didn’t think about hurting others. They just wanted to get to the roof first.
Which athlete was once cut from his high school basketball team?
Micheal Jordan
What does it mean to make mistakes?
Things that don’t go the way we planned. They can be accidents or errors, but they are also chances to learn.
Though it may feel overwhelming and sometimes uncomfortable, I will practice my communication skills little by little.
Growth mindset
I’m too shy to speak in front of the class.
With practice, I can become more confident and improve my public speaking skills.
Khloe is trying to get her grade to go up to an A from a C in L&L. However she frequently gets distracted by her thoughts and her friends acting silly around her. How can she show responsibility for her learning?
She can let the teacher know if they can help her remain on task or move her seat so she can be less distracted.
Who was fired from a newspaper because he lacked creativity?
Walt Disney
What is growth mindset?
Bonus:give an example
Believing you can get better at something through effort, practice, and learning—even when it’s hard.