Positive Goggles Lesson Plan Positive Goggles
Tier 3 Individual Support Lesson Plan
Perspective Shift
Objective
The student will identify and articulate at least two positive experiences from their school day, demonstrating an improved ability to shift focus from negative to positive.
Why It Matters
Learning to notice positive things builds resilience and improves well-being. It helps students see the "good" even when things are tough, which is crucial for emotional regulation.
Lesson Details
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Warm-Up: Positive Goggles
3 Min
Begin with the Positive Goggles Warm Up Worksheet and Slides 1-2.
Ask student to share a recent positive experience.
Validate feelings and highlight the "positive goggles" metaphor.
2
Introduction: Shifting Focus
2 Min
Use Slide 3 to explain why looking for the good matters. Discuss how focusing on positives helps us feel stronger and more ready for challenges.
3
Discussion: Positive Power
7 Min
Use the Positive Power Discussion Worksheet and Slides 4-5.
Guide student through specific morning/class/lunch prompts.
Help reframe negatives into neutral or small positives.
4
Cool-Down: Daily Shine
3 Min
Conclude with the Daily Shine Cool Down Worksheet and Slide 6. Ask for one "shining moment" to remember for tomorrow.
Positive Goggles Warm Up Worksheet Positive Goggles Warm-Up
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To start, let's put on our imaginary "positive goggles"! These goggles help us see all the good things around us, even the small ones.
1 Think about something good that happened to you recently, either today or yesterday. What was it?
It doesn't have to be a big thing, just something that made you feel happy or proud.
2 How did it make you feel? Positive Power Discussion Worksheet Positive Power Discussion
NAME:
Today, we're going to use our "positive goggles" to look closely at your school day. Sometimes it feels easier to remember the things that weren't so great, but there are always good things too! Let's find them together.
Thinking about your morning: Was there anything you enjoyed or that went smoothly? (e.g., breakfast, bus ride, greetings)
During your classes: Can you think of one small moment where you felt good? (e.g., understood a task, finished work)
Lunch or recess: What was one positive thing that happened? (e.g., yummy food, fun game, nice talk)
Any kind words? Did a teacher, classmate, or adult say anything kind or helpful to you today?
A small success: What is one small thing you accomplished or did well today, even if no one else noticed?
The more we practice, the easier it becomes to spot the positives!
Daily Shine Cool Down Worksheet Daily Shine Cool-Down
Great job today!
It takes practice to find the good things, and you did a fantastic job with your "positive goggles."
What is one positive thing you will remember from your school day today, or even from our lesson together?
Keep looking for those shining moments tomorrow!
They are always there, waiting for you to notice them.
Positive Goggles Slides Presentation Positive Goggles
Seeing the Good in Your Day
Learning to Spot the Sunshine
Put on Your Goggles!
Think about yesterday or today.
What was one good thing that happened?
How did it make you feel?
It doesn't have to be a big thing!
Why Look for the Good?
When we only see negative things, we might feel sad, grumpy, or frustrated.
When we notice positive things, we feel happier, stronger, and more resilient!
It's like finding hidden treasures in your day!
Positive Power Discussion
Every day has some good, even if it's small! Let's find your shining moments together.
What was good about...
Your Morning
Breakfast, bus ride, or first class?
Your Classes
What's one thing you understood?
Lunch & Recess
Did you enjoy food or play?
Kind Words / Success
What did you do well today?
Daily Shine
Keep practicing your positive goggles every day!
YOU SHINED TODAY!