Lesson Plan

Session 1: Discovering Self-Worth

Empower 6th-grade students to recognize and celebrate their intrinsic worth through identifying personal strengths and qualities, setting a foundation for lifelong self-esteem.

Building self-esteem at an early age promotes resilience and positive self-image, crucial for students coping with the social challenges of adolescence.

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Prep

Preparation and Material Review

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Exploration Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Wrap-Up and Reflection

10 minutes

Slide Deck

Welcome to Discovering Self-Worth!

Introduce the session, set the tone of exploration and self-discovery. Emphasize the importance of understanding self-worth and how it contributes to a healthy self-esteem.

Exploration Activity

Guide students through listing their personal qualities. Encourage group discussion and individual reflection with supportive questions.

Wrap-Up and Reflection

Conclude the session by inviting volunteer sharing and summarizing learned concepts. Ensure students feel validated in their discoveries.

Activity

Journal

Cool Down

Lesson Plan

Session 2: Building Confidence

Help 6th-grade students develop strategies to build and maintain confidence by leveraging their self-worth and personal strengths.

Strengthening confidence allows students to navigate challenges, express themselves, and succeed in both academic and social settings.

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Session 2 Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up and Review

5 minutes

Step 2

Confidence Building Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Sharing

10 minutes

Slide Deck

Warm-Up & Review

Begin with a warm welcome and a quick recap of Session 1. Encourage students to recall and share their identified strengths.

Building Confidence Activity

Introduce the confidence building activity. Highlight common scenarios that require confidence and prepare students for role-play exercises.

Reflection & Sharing

Close the session by guiding a reflection discussion. Encourage students to share new strategies and consider practical steps to boost confidence.

Activity

Cool Down

Lesson Plan

Session 3: Positive Self-Talk

Teach 6th-grade students the power of positive self-talk to transform negative thoughts and reinforce confidence.

Positive self-talk is a key tool for overcoming negative self-perceptions and reinforcing one's inherent worth, aiding students in navigating everyday challenges.

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Session 3 Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Positive Self-Talk

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Group Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Sharing

10 minutes

Slide Deck

Understanding Self-Talk

Introduce the concept of self-talk. Explain how our inner dialogue can impact our feelings and actions, and share examples of negative vs. positive self-talk.

Transforming Negative to Positive

Engage students in a brainstorming activity. Encourage them to think of times they noticed negative self-talk and examples of how it could be transformed into positive self-talk.

Group Reflection and Sharing

Guide students to reflect and share in small groups. Ask them to share a positive affirmation they want to adopt and discuss its impact.

Activity

Cool Down

Lesson Plan

Session 4: Embracing Uniqueness

Help 6th-grade students recognize and celebrate their unique qualities while appreciating the diversity that strengthens their community.

Embracing uniqueness reinforces self-acceptance, promotes respect for differences, and builds a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.

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Session 4 Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

10 minutes

Step 2

Creative Expression Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Group Sharing and Reflection

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Introduction & Discussion

Start with an open discussion. Encourage students to share what makes them unique and why those differences matter. Ask guiding questions like 'What makes you different?' and 'How do your unique qualities contribute to our community?'.

Creative Expression Activity

Introduce the creative expression activity. Provide clear instructions for students to create a visual representation of their unique qualities using drawing, collage, or writing.

Group Sharing & Reflection

Guide students during group sharing. Invite volunteers to explain their work and facilitate a discussion on how our differences create a richer, more supportive community.

Activity

Cool Down

Lesson Plan

Session 5: Setting Personal Goals

Guide 6th-grade students to set personal, achievable goals that build on their unique strengths and self-awareness.

Setting personal goals reinforces self-worth and transforms self-reflection into actionable steps for continuous growth.

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Session 5 Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Reflection

10 minutes

Step 2

Goal-Setting Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Group Sharing and Wrap-Up

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Introduction & Reflection

Begin with a review of previous sessions and set the context for goal-setting. Encourage students to reflect on their personal strengths and achievements so far.

Goal-Setting Activity

Introduce the SMART goal-setting framework. Explain each component and guide students to think of personal goals linked to their strengths.

Group Sharing & Wrap-Up

Encourage group sharing of goals. Ask volunteers to share their aspirations and discuss how setting goals can contribute to their self-esteem and growth.