|
Mindset explains:
|
-In the Internationl Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP) students are taught to develop the qualities of a learner outlined in the learner profile (left)
The growth mindset touches on all aspects of the learner profile, but connects deeply with the profiles of being:
|
|
Is Your Brain Like a Muscle? Discussion Questions: 1. What was the biggest challenge you faced today? (Ask your child, and then have them ask the question back!) 2. How can you and I think about these challenges in a new way? 3. What can we do differently tomorrow if we face similar challenges? |
The Magic of Mistakes This video will open in a new window. You may need to refresh the page in order for it to play. Discussion questions: 1. When I make a mistake I feel _____ because _____. How does it feel when you make a mistake? 2. What do you do about those feelings so that you don't get discouraged? 3. How can we support one another when facing challenges that result in many trials? |
The Incredible Power of Yet This video will open in a new window. You may need to refresh the page in order for it to play. Discussion questions: 1. Name a time you were afraid to ask for help. Why were you afraid? (Both parent and student should pick a moment to share) 2. How can you improve the phrase "I can't do this?” 3. Think of a time where you just didn't get “it.” What could you do in that situation? |
The Mysterious World of Neurons This video will open in a new window. You may need to refresh the page in order for it to play. Discussion questions: 1. What part of the brain did you learn about today? 2. What did you do today to make connections between your neurons? 3. What is one big challenge you've faced that has helped grow your brain? What’s a new challenge you want to tackle now? |
Mojo Puts It All Together This video will open in a new window. You may need to refresh the page in order for it to play. Discussion questions: 1. Sometimes when we are working on a challenging task, we may think, "just try harder." Is there a way to change this phrase? 2. What are some strategies we can use when facing a big challenge, so that we don't burn out? 3. Brainstorm phrases we can use to keep us going when facing a challenge (e.g., "Nice effort trying to solving that math problem!"). |