Latoya Ogunbona

Concord Public Schools & Carlisle Regional School District

Massachusetts

Kindergarten

1st Grade

8th Grade

7th Grade

6th Grade

5th Grade

4th Grade

3rd Grade

2nd Grade

Counselor

Social Worker

All Lessons

13 Lessons

Growth Mindset Theater: Acting with Positivity

In this lesson, students will engage in a theater-style role-play to explore and practice growth mindset. They will learn to identify fixed mindset thoughts and transform them into growth mindset ones. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop resilience and a positive attitude towards challenges, which are crucial skills for lifelong learning.

Tier 1

2/25

The Power of 'Yet'

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of 'yet' to transform fixed mindset statements into growth mindset affirmations. Through group discussions and personal reflections, students will learn to internalize this powerful shift in thinking. This lesson is important as it encourages students to embrace challenges and view failures as opportunities for growth, fostering resilience and a positive attitude towards learning.

Tier 1

2/25

The Power of Yet: Turning 'I Can't' into 'I Can'

This lesson introduces students to the concept of 'yet' as a tool to shift from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset. Through role-playing exercises, students will practice adding 'yet' to sentences to change their perspectives. This lesson is important as it empowers students to embrace challenges and view failures as opportunities for growth, fostering resilience and a positive attitude towards learning.

Tier 1

2/25

Courage Shield Creations

In this lesson, students will design their own 'courage shields' using art supplies to illustrate personal strengths and courageous moments. This creative activity empowers students by highlighting their resilience and helps them visualize their inner strengths. It encourages self-reflection and boosts self-esteem, fostering a supportive classroom environment.

Tier 1

2/25

Brain Power: The Science of Growth

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of brain growth and how effort and perseverance contribute to strengthening neural connections. Through engaging scientific experiments, students will learn how neurons connect and grow when learning new things. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the science behind learning and encourages a growth mindset, fostering resilience and a positive attitude towards challenges.

Tier 1

2/25

Mindset Matters: Exploring Brain Plasticity

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of brain plasticity and how it supports a growth mindset. Through a video demonstration, group discussions, and engaging activities, students will learn how their brains can change and grow with effort and practice. This lesson is important as it encourages students to adopt a positive learning attitude, understanding that intelligence and abilities can be developed over time, which is crucial for their transition to 6th grade.

Tier 1

2/25

Brain Power: Growing and Changing

This lesson introduces 4th-grade students to the concept of brain plasticity, emphasizing how our brains can grow and change with practice and perseverance. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will learn about the brain's ability to adapt and develop new skills. This lesson is important as it encourages a growth mindset, helping students understand that their abilities can improve with effort and learning.

Tier 1

2/25

Embracing Challenges: Growth Mindset

In this lesson, students will learn to see challenges as opportunities for growth rather than obstacles. Through interactive activities and group discussions, students will explore the concept of a growth mindset and how it can help them overcome difficulties. This lesson is important as it encourages resilience and a positive attitude towards learning, which are crucial skills for lifelong success.

Tier 1

2/25

Healing Hearts: Navigating Breakups

This lesson helps middle school students understand and manage the emotional impact of breakups. Students will learn strategies to express their emotions healthily and seek support from trusted adults. This lesson is important as it equips students with emotional resilience and coping skills, fostering their emotional well-being and interpersonal relationships.

Tier 1

2/25

Mojo's Growth Mindset Adventure

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of a growth mindset through a short video featuring Mojo, a friendly monster. The video illustrates how intelligence can be developed through effort and perseverance. This lesson is important as it encourages students to embrace challenges and view failures as opportunities for growth, fostering resilience and a positive attitude towards learning.

Tier 1

2/25

Mojo's Growth Mindset Adventure

In this lesson, students will watch a short video featuring Mojo, a friendly monster, who learns about the concept of a growth mindset. Through a conversation with his friend Katie, Mojo discovers that intelligence can be developed through effort and challenging oneself. This lesson is important as it encourages students to embrace challenges and view failures as opportunities for learning and growth, fostering resilience and perseverance.

Tier 1

2/25

New Year, New Goals

In this lesson, students will reflect on the past year and set personal goals for the upcoming one. Through journaling and group discussions, they'll learn the importance of self-awareness and envision their dreams. This lesson is important as it encourages students to think critically about their personal growth and aspirations, fostering a mindset of continuous improvement and self-awareness.

Tier 1

2/25

Embracing a Growth Mindset

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of a growth mindset and how it differs from a fixed mindset. Through interactive activities and discussions, students will learn how adopting a growth mindset can enhance their learning and personal development. This lesson aims to empower students to embrace challenges, persist in the face of setbacks, and see effort as a path to mastery.

Tier 1

2/25