e a challenge—whether in school, sports, or life—remember that mistakes aren’t roadblocks but stepping stones. Ask yourself: - What can I learn from this? - How can I try a different way? - What will I discover if I keep going? With a positive mindset and the willingness to experiment, you can turn your own ideas into success—just like Edison did.26:T570,# Growth Mindset Reflection Worksheet **Directions:** Read each question carefully. Use ideas from the [Edison Growth Mindset Article](#edison-growth-article) to help you. Write your answers in the space provided. ## Part A: Remember Edison 1. What was one major challenge Edison faced when inventing the light bulb? Describe how he responded with perseverance. Answer:

2. Edison viewed failures as learning steps. Describe another example from the article where his positive thinking helped him keep going. Answer:

## Part B: Personal Connection 3. Think of a challenge you have faced recently (in school, sports, or at home). Describe this challenge in detail.

4. How could you apply Edison’s strategy of asking “What can I try next?” to your challenge? Explain your plan.

5. Write a clear perseverance goal for your challenge using the sentence starter "I will..."

## Part C: Reflection Prompts Choose one of the prompts below and write your response. a) How can maintaining a positive mindset help you when things get difficult?

b) What will you tell yourself to stay motivated after a setback?

27:T74c,# Edison’s Growth Mindset Thomas Alva Edison is one of the most famous inventors in history. Born in 1847, Edison grew up asking questions about how the world worked. He loved experimenting in his home laboratory, even as a young boy selling newspapers and candy on the train to

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Edison’s Bright Mindset