Confidence Boost Plan Lesson Plan
Confidence Boost Plan
Building a "Can-Do" Attitude in Kindergarten
Duration 15 Minutes
Objective
Help a kindergarten student build self-confidence by practicing positive self-talk with affirmation cards and creative drawing, then tracking progress on a simple chart.
Preparation
- Print and cut out Positive Affirmation Cards.
- Print Confidence Tracker Chart.
- Gather encouragement stickers.
- Set out crayons and drawing paper.
Materials
Affirmation Cards Tracker Chart Stickers Crayons & Paper
Instructional Sequence
1
Warm-Up Greeting
2 min
- Greet the student with enthusiasm and a smile.
- Ask about something they did well today (e.g., a fun play activity).
- Explain that today’s lesson will help them feel even more confident by using kind words about themselves.
2
Introduce Positive Self-Talk
3 min
- Show the cards and explain each one briefly.
- Read 2–3 affirmations aloud (e.g., “I am brave,” “I can learn anything”).
- Invite the student to repeat each affirmation in a strong, clear voice.
3
Affirmation Card Activity
5 min
- Student selects 2–3 cards they like most.
- Hold up the card, say it loudly, and clap once!
- Apply an encouragement sticker to the back of the card to celebrate effort.
4
Confidence Drawing
3 min
- Student draws themselves doing something they are proud of (e.g., running, dancing).
- As they draw, prompt them to say “I can do it!” and name the skill.
5
Reflection & Assessment
2 min
- Review the drawing and affirmations practiced.
- Ask: “How do you feel when you say these kind words?”
- Place a sticker on the Confidence Tracker Chart.
Growth Mindset Tip
Praise the student's process and effort (e.g., "I love how hard you are trying to say that clearly!") rather than just their natural ability.
Confidence Boost Slides Slide Deck
I Can Do It!
Building Confidence through Positive Self-Talk
Teacher Note: Welcome the student warmly. Introduce yourself and say you’re excited to spend time building confidence together.
Warm-Up Greeting
Tell me one thing you did well today!
"Today, we are going to practice saying 'I can do it!' and other kind words about ourselves."
Teacher Note: Ask the student to share one thing they did well today. Explain that today’s lesson will help them feel even more confident by using kind words about themselves.
What Is Positive Self-Talk?
Positive self-talk are kind words we say to ourselves.
"I am brave."
"I can learn anything."
Teacher Note: Show the affirmation cards and hold them up so the student can see. Read each card aloud with enthusiasm.
Affirmation Activity
1
Pick 2–3 cards you like most.
2
Hold up a card, say it loudly, and clap once!
3
Get a sticker on the back as a celebration!
Teacher Note: Give the student the deck and let them choose. After they say each affirmation, clap and stick a sticker on the back of the card.
Confidence Drawing
Draw yourself doing something you’re proud of!
Are you dancing? Playing a sport? Reading a book?
"I can do it!"
Teacher Note: Provide crayons and drawing paper. Encourage the student to name the skill they’re drawing as they work.
Reflection Time
How do you feel?
Happy
Strong
Proud
Place a sticker on today’s date!
Teacher Note: Look at the student’s drawing and praise it. Ask how the affirmations made them feel and guide them to place a sticker on the chart.
Great Job!
You are on your way to being more confident!
"See you next time for more practice."
Teacher Note: Praise the student’s effort and let them know you’ll continue building confidence next time.
Positive Affirmation Cards Worksheet
My Positive Affirmation Cards
Cut along the dotted lines. Write the words and draw a picture for each card!
I am brave
Copy the words:
Draw a picture of you being brave:
I can learn anything
Copy the words:
Draw something you can learn:
I try my best
Copy the words:
Draw you doing your best:
I am kind
Copy the words:
Draw you being kind to someone:
I can do hard things
Copy the words:
Draw you doing something hard:
I believe in me
Copy the words:
Draw yourself feeling proud:
Practice saying these cards every day! You are amazing!
Confidence Tracker Chart Worksheet
Confidence Tracker
I can do it! Every sticker shows I am growing stronger.
Keep track of each time you practice your affirmations. After our session, place an encouragement sticker in the box for today's date!
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You Are a Star!
Use this chart each time you say "I can do it!" and other kind words about yourself.