Create your own
teaching resources

Sign up for a free account to try! It takes less than 20 seconds

Create free account
Teacherbot 06 Aug, 22:10:46

Lesson Title: Embracing a Growth Mindset with “What the Road Said”

Objective: To develop a growth mindset by exploring the themes of resilience, perseverance, and embracing challenges as depicted in the book “What the Road Said.”

Duration: 45-60 minutes

Materials: - Copies of the book “What the Road Said” by Cleo Wade - Chart paper or whiteboard - Markers - Writing materials (paper, pencils, pens)

Warm-up Activity: 1. Begin the lesson by asking students to share their understanding of a growth mindset. Write their responses on the chart paper or whiteboard. 2. Discuss the importance of having a growth mindset and how it can positively impact our lives, learning, and personal growth.

Reading and Discussion: 1. Read aloud the book “What the Road Said” by Cleo Wade. 2. After reading, facilitate a discussion using the following questions: - What challenges did the main character face in the story? - How did the road’s advice help the main character overcome those challenges? - What does the road symbolize in the story? - How did the main character’s mindset change throughout the book? - What lessons can we learn from the story about having a growth mindset?

Activity: Roadmap to Growth 1. Divide the students into small groups. 2. Provide each group with a large sheet of paper and markers. 3. Instruct the groups to create a roadmap that represents their personal journey towards developing a growth mindset. 4. Encourage them to include challenges they have faced, strategies they have used to overcome obstacles, and goals they have set for themselves. 5. After completing their roadmaps, ask each group to present and explain their roadmap to the class.

Writing Prompt: Reflecting on Growth 1. Distribute writing materials to each student. 2. Ask students to reflect on their own personal growth journey and how they have embraced a growth mindset in their lives. 3. Provide the following writing prompt: “Think about a time when you faced a challenge or setback. How did you respond to it? What strategies did you use to overcome it? How did this experience help you grow and develop a growth mindset?” 4. Encourage students to write a reflective essay, sharing their personal experiences and insights. 5. Allow time for students to share their essays with the class, if they feel comfortable doing so.

Closure: 1. Summarize the key points discussed during the lesson, emphasizing the importance of having a growth mindset. 2. Encourage students to continue embracing challenges, learning from setbacks, and fostering a growth mindset in their daily lives. 3. Conclude the lesson by reminding students that growth and learning are ongoing processes, and that they have the power to shape their own mindset and future.

Note: Adapt the lesson duration and activities based on the grade level and needs of your students.

You 06 Aug, 22:17:30

Make this simpler to understand

Teacherbot 06 Aug, 22:17:30

Lesson Title: Growing with “What the Road Said”

Objective: To learn about growth mindset and its importance through the book “What the Road Said.”

Duration: 30-45 minutes

Materials: - Copies of the book “What the Road Said” by Cleo Wade - Chart paper or whiteboard - Markers - Writing materials (paper, pencils, pens)

Warm-up Activity: 1. Ask students what they think a growth mindset means. Write their answers on the board. 2. Discuss why having a growth mindset is important for learning and personal growth.

Reading and Discussion: 1. Read aloud the book “What the Road Said” by Cleo Wade. 2. After reading, ask students: - What challenges did the main character face in the story? - How did the road’s advice help the main character overcome those challenges? - What does the road symbolize in the story? - How did the main character’s mindset change throughout the book? - What can we learn from the story about having a growth mindset?

Activity: Roadmap to Growth 1. Divide students into small groups. 2. Give each group a large sheet of paper and markers. 3. Instruct the groups to create a roadmap that represents their personal journey towards developing a growth mindset. 4. Encourage them to include challenges they have faced, strategies they have used to overcome obstacles, and goals they have set for themselves. 5. Have each group present and explain their roadmap to the class.

Writing Prompt: Reflecting on Growth 1. Provide writing materials to each student. 2. Ask students to reflect on a time when they faced a challenge or setback. 3. Prompt them to write about how they responded to it, the strategies they used to overcome it, and how it helped them grow and develop a growth mindset. 4. Encourage students to share their personal experiences and insights through their writing.

Closure: 1. Summarize the main points discussed during the lesson, emphasizing the importance of having a growth mindset. 2. Encourage students to continue embracing challenges, learning from setbacks, and fostering a growth mindset in their daily lives. 3. Remind students that growth and learning are ongoing processes, and they have the power to shape their own mindset and future.

Note: Adjust the lesson duration and activities based on the grade level and needs of your students.