Spatial Requirements: Regular classroom setup: little or no space requiredActivity Type: GroupGrades: K-12Group Size: 2 or moreTime: 5 minutes Introduction: A lot of our success in achieving goals depends on our ability to put “mind over matter.” We have more power in our minds than we ever use. There is a term called self-fulfilling prophecy, which means that what we […]
Spatial Requirements: Classroom with moderate space requiredActivity Type: Movement/groupGrades: 2-12Group Size: 10 or moreTime: 15-20 minutes Introduction: This activity will enable students to get untangled (out of the flood zone) using positive self-talk, character and heart, passion/purpose, and support systems as motivation to accomplish the task. Materials: None Activity: Have everyone hold their right hand out in front of them, then
Spatial Requirements: Regular classroom setup: little or no space requiredActivity Type: GroupGrades: 2-12Group Size: 1 or moreTime: 10 minutes Introduction: When someone asks, “How are you?” our answer is generally an immediate, “I am fine.” We respond this way out of habit, without giving consideration to how we are really feeling. Similarly, our self-talk is something we don’t often consciously think
Spatial Requirements: Regular classroom setup: little or no space requiredActivity Type: Movement/groupGrades: 2-12Group Size: 6 or moreTime: 20-30 minutes Introduction: This activity will help students understand that when they are motivated, they can do much more than they thought possible. Materials: Timer Activity: Divide the group in half and make two teams. If the group is larger than 15, divide
Spatial Requirements: Classroom with moderate space requiredActivity Type: Movement/groupGrades: K-12Group Size: 4 or moreTime: 5-10 minutes Introduction: When faced with challenges in life, we can utilize support systems, character-heart, positive self-talk, and other resources to get us through. This simple challenge will help students recognize the importance of tapping into these tools when confronted with problems. Materials: 1 large balloon for
