Lesson Plan
Growth Mindset Lesson Plan
Enable 8th graders to identify growth vs. fixed mindsets, practice reframing fixed‐mindset thoughts into growth‐oriented strategies, and commit to applying a growth mindset when facing challenges.
Developing a growth mindset builds resilience, motivates effort, and boosts academic risk-taking—key skills for lifelong learning and success.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials and Classroom Space
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Mindset in Action
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction: Defining Mindsets
5 minutes
Step 3
Group Activity: Sorting Scenarios
10 minutes
Step 4
Practice: Reframing Thoughts
7 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down: Commitment & Share
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Mindset: Level Up!
Agenda
Session Objectives
What Is a Mindset?
Warm-Up: Mindset in Action
Group Activity: Sorting Scenarios
Example Sort
Practice: Reframing Thoughts
Cool-Down: Commitment & Share
Keep Growing!
Worksheet
Activity
Activity
