eXtra Effort Xaiden - Growth Mindset
eXtra Effort Xaiden is the twenty-fourth of the stories from Powerful You (grades 2-adult). Xaiden encourages perseverance to achieve long- and short-term goals (ASCA Behavior - Self-Management Skill Standard 5). Xaiden also fosters a belief in using abilities to their fullest to achieve high-quality results and outcomes (ASCA Mindset 5).
Chalkboard Quotes
“If we all did the things we are capable of doing, we would literally astound ourselves.” Thomas Edison
“Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy.” Dale Carnegie
“Always remember you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” Christopher Robin
Powerful You Intermediate Instructions
20-25 minutes per week for each of the 26 social skills lessons
1. Breathe and Stretch before every lesson. Feel the benefits in YOUR body and mind. Kids love the breathing ball.
2. Read the true short story from the 8.5 x 11 Powerful You Educator Cards and watch connection radiate in your class.
3. Stand tall and practice positive self-talk.
4. Open the lines of communication by allowing children turn & talk time with each journaling question from the Powerful You Educator Card. (use transition chime to move through questions quickly)
5. Display the Classroom Social Skills Sign. Leave a classroom footprint of emotional wellness.
6. Use the Powerful You Book for positive quotes and additional activities that correspond to each A-Z lesson. Add your ideas to this resource book. You are more powerful than you know!
7. Purchase The Powerful You Educator Kit . (Includes all resources for grades 3 and up)
