Lesson Plan

Test Day Superheroes Lesson Plan

Empower third and fourth-grade girls to overcome test anxiety through verbal superhero identity and positive affirmations, boosting their readiness for the ELA exam.

This lesson alleviates test anxiety and builds self-confidence by using interactive discussions and role-play, enabling students to see themselves as powerful superheroes without relying on wall displays.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Superhero Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Superhero Introduction

3 minutes

Step 2

Affirmation Activity

4 minutes

Step 3

Superhero Role-play

4 minutes

Slide Deck

Test Day Superheroes

Welcome the students and share the title verbally. Explain that today's lesson will help them become 'Test Day Superheroes' using engaging discussion without any wall-mounted materials.

Your Superhero Powers

Introduce the concept of superhero powers through a lively group discussion. Encourage the girls to think about the qualities they admire in their favorite superheroes.

Positive Affirmations

Explain that we will speak out loud our positive affirmations. Lead by example by stating affirmations such as 'I am brave' and 'I can do this' without displaying any posters.

Superhero Role-play

Guide the role-play by asking each student to imagine putting on their superhero cape. Encourage verbal sharing of one personal strength that will empower them on test day.

Activity

Lesson Plan

Superhero Confidence Boost Lesson Plan

Boost test confidence and motivation in third and fourth-grade girls by engaging them in hands-on, creative, and discussion-based superhero activities.

This lesson reduces test anxiety by making students view themselves as empowered superheroes, reinforcing their unique strengths and abilities with relatable, fun activities.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Engagement Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Engaging Superhero Introduction

3 minutes

Step 2

Creative Visualization Activity

4 minutes

Step 3

Verbal Role-play and Sharing

4 minutes

Step 4

Final Empowerment Affirmations

2 minutes

Lesson Plan

Test Day Champions Lesson Plan

Empower third and fourth-grade girls to see themselves as champions by recognizing their individual strengths and boosting confidence for the ELA exam.

This lesson reduces test anxiety and fosters self-belief by engaging students in reflective activities and group discussions that highlight their strengths and readiness to face challenges.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Champion Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Champion Introduction

3 minutes

Step 2

Strength Self-Reflection

4 minutes

Step 3

Verbal Sharing

4 minutes

Step 4

Final Affirmations

2 minutes

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Lesson Plan

Test Day Explorers Lesson Plan

Empower third and fourth-grade girls to view themselves as explorers, discovering their inner strengths and boosting confidence for the ELA exam.

This lesson reduces test anxiety by inspiring a spirit of curiosity and adventure, encouraging students to explore their personal strengths and approach tests with a can-do attitude.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Exploration Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Explorer Introduction

3 minutes

Step 2

Curiosity and Strength Reflection

4 minutes

Step 3

Explorer Quest Role-play and Sharing

4 minutes

Step 4

Final Empowerment Affirmations

2 minutes

Lesson Plan

Test Day Superheroes Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Superhero Materials

Step 1

Superhero Introduction

Step 2

Affirmation Activity

Step 3

Superhero Role-play

Slide Deck

Test Day Superheroes

Your Superhero Powers

Positive Affirmations

Superhero Role-play

Activity

Lesson Plan

Superhero Confidence Boost Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Engagement Materials

Step 1

Engaging Superhero Introduction

Step 2

Creative Visualization Activity

Step 3

Verbal Role-play and Sharing

Step 4

Final Empowerment Affirmations

Lesson Plan

Test Day Champions Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Champion Materials

Step 1

Champion Introduction

Step 2

Strength Self-Reflection

Step 3

Verbal Sharing

Step 4

Final Affirmations

Activity

Lesson Plan

Test Day Explorers Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Prepare Exploration Materials

Step 1

Explorer Introduction

Step 2

Curiosity and Strength Reflection

Step 3

Explorer Quest Role-play and Sharing

Step 4

Final Empowerment Affirmations

Activity

Script

Test Day Explorers

Stacie Browne-Gallagher

Lenny Learning

CASEL

Health & Wellness

Behavioral Supports

Counseling & Therapy

Family Engagement

School Climate