Grit and Kindness: The Path to Success

Teach kindness, perseverance, motivation

This lesson aims to teach 8th-grade students the importance of kindness, perseverance, and motivation through collaborative and active learning strategies. By engaging in discussions, activities, and a quiz, students will explore how these values contribute to personal and academic success. The lesson includes a TED Talk video on grit to illustrate the power of perseverance and passion in achieving long-term goals. This lesson is crucial for helping students develop a growth mindset and understand the significance of being kind and motivated in their daily lives.