Growth Mindset

John is supposed to work on his report tonight but the Internet isn’t working. What should he do?

Tyler’s friends are trying to get him to join the art club. He tells them he’s not artistic. What should his friends say back?

Mike feels dumb when the teacher calls on him and he doesn’t know the answer. What can he say to himself?

Sophie’s mom asks her to clean her room but she knows it will take her several hours. What can Sophie say to herself?

Clara wants to try out for the play but she thinks she isn’t a good singer. What can she tell herself?

Cooper sees his friend Ted getting better at basketball. Cooper is worried Ted will be better than him. How should Cooper respond instead?

Sara’s dad asked her to help her little sister with her math homework. How should Sara react?

When was a time someone gave you critical feedback that helped you grow?

Noah studied hard for a test but still failed. What can he say to himself?

Think of a recent obstacle in your life. How could growth mindset help you through it?

What is one academic skill that is a strength for you but could improve upon?

Ian wants to get better at playing guitar but it’s challenging for him. What should he do?

Fixed or Growth Mindset? “If it’s that hard, I’d rather just give up.”

Emma has a long math assignment. What can she say to herself?

What is one academic skill you’d like to improve?

What does it mean to have a Fixed Mindset?

In a group Avery got picked to be the artist even though she doesn’t like drawing. What can she say to herself?

Fixed or Growth Mindset? “If I work hard, I can do it.”

Aaliyah has homework to start but her brother is being loud. What can Aaliyah say to herself?

What does Growth Mindset mean to you?