Mirror Moments Script

Classroom Facilitation Guide • 5th Grade

Total Time 30m

Grade 5th

Part 1

Warm-Up: Identity Poll (5 mins)

Display Slide 1: Reflect & Shine

Teacher

"Good morning, everyone! Today we’re going to explore our personal strengths with an activity called Mirror Moments. We’ll discover qualities that make each of us shine in school."

Teacher

"Let’s start with a quick identity poll. Think of one adjective that best describes you—maybe it’s 'creative,' 'curious,' or 'kind.' Got one in mind? Great!"

Teacher

"I’m going to suggest some words. If the word fits you, give me a 👍. If it doesn’t, give me a 👎. Ready?"

• “Creative!” (Pause for thumbs up/thumbs down)

• “Patient!” (Pause)

• “Team player!” (Pause)

• “Adventurous!” (Pause)

Teacher

"Wonderful. Who wants to share why you gave a thumbs up or thumbs down to one of those words? (Wait for 1–2 volunteers). Nice thinking, everyone. Those adjectives help us understand part of our identity, but today we’re going deeper—we’re looking at our strengths."

Part 2

Mini-Lesson (7 mins)

Display Slide 3: What Is a Strength?

Teacher

"A strength is a special quality or skill you do really well. Strengths can be Academic, Social, or Personal. For example, one of my strengths is organization. Because I organize my materials, I always know where to find what I need in class."

Teacher

"Who can share another example of a strength? (Pause). How could that strength help you in school?"

Display Slide 5: Growth Mindset

Teacher

"This quote by Theodore Roosevelt says: 'Believe you can improve, and you’re halfway there.' What do you think it means to have a growth mindset? (Wait for responses). Exactly. Recognizing and using our strengths helps us keep improving."

Part 3

Worksheet Time (10 mins)

Display Slide 6: Time to Reflect

Teacher

"Now it’s time to get your Strengths Star Sheet. On this sheet, you’ll list three personal strengths and write how they help you succeed in school. Take about 10 minutes. I’ll walk around if you need any ideas."

(Teacher circulates and offers support, encouraging students to be specific about school impact.)

Part 4

Peer Share-Out Circle (8 mins)

Teacher

"Time’s up—great work! Let’s move into a circle for our Stand Up If… game. I'll read a prompt. If it applies to you, stand up, turn to a neighbor, and share a quick example of when you used that strength at school."

(Lead through the prompts listed in the Activity Guide, pausing 15-20s for each.)

Teacher

"Fantastic energy! Now, who wants to volunteer one new strength they heard from a friend?"

The Final Moment

"Imagine you’re looking in a mirror. Say out loud with me:
‘I am [your strength], and I will use it to shine today!’"

Mirror Moments Complete! 👏

Mirror Moments

Mirror Moments Guide

Reflect and Shine Slides

Strengths Star Sheet Worksheet

Stand Up If Activity Guide

Mirror Moments Script

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