Lesson Plan
The Power of Yet Lesson Plan
Students will explore how positive self-talk fosters a growth mindset by learning to spot negative inner dialogue, apply the word “yet,” and reframe challenges as opportunities.
Building a growth mindset helps students persevere through challenges, boosts resilience, and promotes lifelong learning. This lesson gives them practical tools to transform self-doubt into self-confidence.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials and Prepare Handouts
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Growth Mindset
5 minutes
Step 2
Activity: Identifying Self-Talk
8 minutes
Step 3
Introducing the Power of Yet
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Application
10 minutes
Slide Deck
Cultivating a Growth Mindset with the Power of Yet
Learning Objectives
Self-Talk & Mindset
Activity: Spotting Negative Self-Talk
The Power of “Yet”
Reflection & Application
Key Takeaways
Worksheet
Activity
Lesson Plan
You Got This Mindset Plan
Students will identify negative self-talk and apply the “power of yet” to reframe their thoughts, fostering resilience and a growth mindset.
Building positive self-talk and a growth mindset helps students boost confidence, persevere through challenges, and develop resilience for lifelong learning.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials & Prepare Handouts
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Activity: Spotting Negative Self-Talk
8 minutes
Step 3
Teaching the Power of Yet
7 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Application
8 minutes
Step 5
Closing and Cool-Down
2 minutes
Activity
Cool Down
