Lesson Plan
Brain Growth Quest Plan
Students will distinguish between fixed and growth mindsets and apply growth mindset strategies to challenges by identifying mindset statements, reframing fixed thoughts, and reflecting on personal learning experiences.
Understanding growth vs. fixed mindsets helps students embrace challenges, build resilience, and develop confidence, fostering a lifelong love of learning and adaptability in academics and beyond.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up
10 minutes
Step 2
Direct Instruction
10 minutes
Step 3
Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Game
15 minutes
Step 5
Worksheet
5 minutes
Step 6
Cool-Down
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Brain Growth Quest
Learning Objectives
What Is a Mindset?
How Our Brain Grows
Mindset in Action: Examples
Activity: Rewriting Statements
Game: Mindset Quest Board
Wrap-Up & Reflection

Worksheet


Activity


Game


Warm Up


Cool Down

