Whether you use these growth mindset activities as a part of your writer’s notebook, classroom routine, as a way to build classroom community, or as a classroom discussion resource, they are sure to engage learners and make them think! With 59 engaging multimedia and print text-based writing prompts, there is plenty of food for thought here.
I created this resource for my own classroom after starting “Motivational Mondays” in my classroom and finding that I did not have the time to keep up with the text-finding and journal creation in the midst of a busy school year. I’ve hunted for inspirational videos, songs, poems, and articles that will motivate and encourage my students (and yours!) ALL year long!
What’s more, 5 reflection and goal-setting pages make checking-in with your students a no-brainer, helping you to build relationships and provide needed supports. (Pssst…I’ve also included black-line pages for my print-loving teacher friends, along with a master list of all texts so that you’re able to show/copy for your students.)
Prompts, directions, and texts are editable so that you can customize for your personal classroom use.
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Here’s what you’ll receive in this resource:
★ 46 Text-Based Journal Slides that encourage reflection and response, pushing students to use textual support, summarize, synthesize, reflect, and write! All slides have text boxes and links/videos pre-entered which means they are ready to assign to students! There are a variety of text types, including fiction and non-fiction, as well as paired texts and opportunities for student choice.
★ 5 Weekly Check-In Slides (Color & Black-Line) so that your students can goal-set and reflect on the week’s successes and challenges.
★ 24 Black & White Journal Pages so that you can print and use this resource. Each of these pages contains a prompt or two that can be used with your choice of texts.
★ Product Link and Teacher Notes (4 Pages) so that you have instructions and tips for using this assignment with students at your fingertips.
★Digital “Getting Started” Guide (2 Pages) so that you’re able to swiftly make your own copy of this digital product and share it with your students.
★Digital “FAQ” Guide (2 Pages) provides detailed answers to common digital resource questions!
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Benefits of digital interactive resources include:
★ High engagement = happy students and happy teacher
★ Student-friendly 1:1 environment
★ Development of college and career readiness skills
★ Fluid integration of ELA skills
★ Productive use of class time that is maximized for student learning
This resource is helpful for:
★ Teachers new to a digital learning environment.
★ Teachers who are looking to save time with ready-made digital resources.
★ Teachers who love to innovate and try new things!
★ Teachers who want to encourage growth mindset in their middle or high school classrooms.
★ Teachers who read 180 Days and are looking for a way to encourage frequent writing and “writing beside texts” in their classrooms.
