The philosophy of growth mindset is to help students develop a belief that through hard work, their brains and talents can be developed and they are not fixed. We use different language to create intrinsic motivation.
Pinterest (no membership needed) contains a wealth of ideas to help bring this power into your classroom.
Implementing a daily practice of gratitude through journaling to acknowledge positives in one’s own life.
Positive Daily Focus Journal
A quick Google search will yield thousands of great ideas!
Mind-up is a 15 lesson program for pre-K- grade 8 students. It is science-centric and evidence-based program that is grounded in neuroscience, positive psychology, mindful awareness and social-emotional learning. Gratitude, mindfulness and perspective taking are some of the topics covered. It is designed to drive positive behavior, improve learning and scholastic performance, increase empathy, optimism and compassion. There is a cost to purchase the curriculum.
Dr. Michele Borba is an internationally recognized expert and author on children, teens, parenting, bullying and moral development. Her work aims to help strengthen children’s character and resilience, build strong families, create compassionate and just school cultures, and reduce peer cruelty.
