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Understanding Setbacks Lesson Plan

Students will learn that setbacks are opportunities for growth and that resilience helps us overcome challenges, fostering a positive mindset.

Understanding setbacks builds resilience, turning challenges into valuable learning experiences and promoting emotional strength.

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5 Minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

5 Minutes

Step 2

Reading Activity

10 Minutes

Step 3

Resilience Ladder Activity

10 Minutes

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Why Do We Fall?

Introduce the concept of resilience and set the stage for discussing setbacks. Mention that setbacks are a part of growing and learning.

What Is Resilience?

Explain resilience in simple terms. Use examples like a bouncing ball or a plant growing after a storm.

Setbacks = Steps to Grow

Discuss how setbacks help us learn valuable lessons and become better. Use a simple visual like a staircase as a metaphor for growth.

Your Resilience Ladder

Set the stage for the next activity, building the Resilience Ladder, and encourage the student to think of personal strengths.

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Why Do We Fall?

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