https://mentalhealthcenterkids.com/blogs/articles/growth-mindset-activities-for-kids

~Stephanie N.

• By Rebecca Louick

• 02 Jul

Kids Book Read Aloud Story 📚Stephen Curry 🏀 The Boy Who Never Gave Up by Anthony Curcio

I think this video could address the needs of my students in multiple ways- 1. A lot of them may recognize this man grew up to be a famous basketball player so they will be interested and inspired 2. They get to hear a real life story where a person overcame adversity, bullying, difficult odds and still rose up to become incredible. It will show students that they can do anything they put their mind, too-but they cannot give up-even when it seems impossible.

How I can use growth mindset moving forward- I love the idea of incorporating "not yet" language in the classroom. Many of my students struggle with stem/engineering activities, especially when they don't "get it right" the first time. Encouraging them to continue and that it may not work quite right YET, but if they continue and keep trying they can get it right eventually. Encourage them to not give up!

The Learning Pit, developed by James Nottingham, is a metaphor illustrating that true learning involves navigating challenge, confusion, and frustration. It encourages students to embrace this "struggle" rather than fear it, fostering a growth mindset.

Natalie Kramer

2.) How do you think this addresses the needs of your children?
This resource addresses the needs of my students by helping them understand that ability is not fixed and that effort leads to growth. Many students, especially those who struggle or are perfectionists, tend to give up quickly when something feels difficult. The Dot shows them that taking risks and trying can lead to success. It also supports students who need encouragement to build confidence and resilience in their learning.

3.) What are some ways you may be thinking about intentionally adding growth mindset into your weekly lessons?
I plan to intentionally incorporate growth mindset by:

• Using read-alouds like The Dot to start discussions about effort and perseverance

• Creating a classroom culture that praises effort instead of just correct answers

• Using “yet” language (e.g., “I can’t do this…yet”)

• Incorporating reflection activities where students identify challenges and how they overcame them

• Embedding goal-setting and progress tracking into weekly routines

• Modeling mistakes and showing how to learn from them

4.) Why do you think that the activity you located is helpful to your learning on growth mindset?
This activity is helpful because it provides a concrete, relatable example of growth mindset in action. It reminds me that teaching mindset is not just about telling students to try harder, but about creating experiences that allow them to see growth happen. The Dot reinforces the importance of encouragement, risk-taking, and celebrating progress, which are all essential components of fostering a growth mindset in the classroom. It also helps me reflect on how I can better support students in developing confidence and persistence.

I found the Growth Mindset Mountain-top Game on Youtube. The link is attached above.

2) How do you think this addresses the needs of your children?

It helps my students learn what it means to have a growth mindset, why it is important, and practice having this mindset during the game.

3) What are some ways you may be thinking about intentionally adding growth mindset into your weekly lessons?

I think I would give the students challenges and encouraging them to stay resilient in seeking the answers rather than avoiding difficulty due to the fear of failure.