Mindset Master Teacher Guide Mindset Master
Teacher Facilitation Guide
Lesson: Positive Power-Ups
Grades: 2-5
Duration: 45-60 mins
Learning Objectives
• Identify the difference between "Glitchy" (negative) and "Power-Up" (positive) self-talk.
• Practice reframing common classroom challenges using growth mindset language.
• Develop a personal bank of affirmations to use when facing frustration.
Materials Needed
Positive Power-Ups Slide Deck
Thought Reframer Worksheets (1 per student)
Inner Hero Journal Pages
Scissors (for game cards)
Instructional Sequence
01
The Battery Hook (5-10 mins)
Begin by asking students: "Have you ever played a game where your character runs out of health or battery? How does that feel?" Connect this to our energy in real life.
Teacher Script: "Our thoughts are like the battery for our brain. Some thoughts give us a 'Power-Up' and make our battery go up! Other thoughts are like 'Glitches' that drain our energy and make things harder."
02
Reframing the Code (15 mins)
Use the Positive Power-Ups Slides to introduce the concept of "Self-Talk"—the private voice inside our heads.
Glitchy Thoughts
"I'm bad at this."
"I'll never learn this."
"This is too hard."
Power-Up Thoughts
"I'm learning how to do this."
"I can ask for help."
"Challenges make my brain grow."
03
The Reframer Lab (15-20 mins)
Students complete the Thought Reframer Worksheet . Walk around and encourage them to find the "hidden power" in each challenge.
Differentiation Tip: For younger students, do the first three together as a class, acting out the 'frustrated' face vs. the 'determined' face.
04
Level Up Closing (5 mins)
Have students share one "Power-Up" thought they used today. Distribute the Inner Hero Journal pages for a final reflection or as a take-home activity.
Key Discussion Questions
Identification
"How can you tell when a thought is a 'glitch'?"
Physical Connection
"How does your body feel when you think 'Power-Up' thoughts?"
Empathy
"What would you say to a friend who is having a glitchy day?"
Persistence
"Is it easy to reframe a thought the very first time? Why or why not?"
Positive Power-Ups Slides POSITIVE
POWER-UPS
Refueling Your Mind for Success
Mindset Training Level 1
Current Battery Level?
Low
I'm feeling stuck or tired.
Medium
I'm okay, but a bit unsure.
Full!
I'm ready to learn and grow!
What is
Self-Talk?
It is the voice inside your head that only YOU can hear.
"It's like having a narrator for the movie of your life!"
The "Glitchy" Thoughts
These thoughts drain your battery and make challenges feel impossible.
ERROR: UNABLE TO LEARN
"I'm just not good at this."
SYSTEM CRASH
"This is too hard. I give up."
ACCESS DENIED
"Everyone else is smarter than me."
FAIL DETECTED
"I made a mistake, so I'm a failure."
The Power-Up Refram!
We can rewrite the "code" of our thoughts to recharge our energy.
"I can't do this."
"I can't do this YET."
"I made a mistake."
"Mistakes help me learn."
"This is too hard."
"This will take some effort!"
Your Turn!
Let's head to the Reframer Lab and practice turning glitches into power-ups!
Thought Reframer Worksheet Hero Name:
Training Date:
Reframer Lab
Mindset Upgrade Worksheet
Instructions:
Oh no! There are "glitches" in the system. Use your Reframer tool to rewrite these negative thoughts into Positive Power-Ups that recharge your battery!
Glitch Detected:
"I'm not good at math. I'll never get this right."
Power-Up Refram:
Glitch Detected:
"I made a huge mistake on my drawing. It's ruined!"
Power-Up Refram:
Glitch Detected:
"Sam is way faster than me. I'm just slow."
Power-Up Refram:
Bonus Level: Your Own Glitch
Think of a "glitchy" thought you've had this week. Write it down, then reframe it!
My Glitch:
My Power-Up:
Pro Tip: Add the word "YET" to any glitch to make it a Power-Up!
Inner Hero Journal Mission Journal
Inner Hero Log
Today's Date:
1. Morning Battery Check
How is your energy feeling right now? Color in your battery level:
2. The Challenge Level
Write about something that felt hard today or a "glitchy" thought you had:
3. My Power-Up Phrase
Reframe that challenge! What is your "Inner Hero" saying to you right now?
4. Achievement Unlocked
What is one thing you did today that you are proud of?
"My thoughts are my fuel. I choose the best fuel!"
Power-Up Card Game Power-Up Card Game
The Reframing Challenge
How to Play:
Cut out the Glitch cards and Power-Up cards.
Place Glitch cards in a pile face down.
Spread Power-Up cards face up on the table.
Goal:
Draw a Glitch card and find the matching Power-Up refram as fast as you can!
Glitch Card
"I'm not as smart as the other kids."
Glitch Card
"I failed the test, so I'll never pass this class."
Glitch Card
"I'm terrible at sports. I'm just clumsy."
Power-Up Card
"Everyone learns at their own pace. I have my own strengths!"
REPROGRAMMED
Power-Up Card
"One test doesn't define me. I can study differently next time."
REPROGRAMMED
Power-Up Card
"I'm still practicing my balance. Every try makes me stronger!"
REPROGRAMMED
Page 2: More Cards
"Nobody likes me."
"I am a kind person and I'm finding my group of friends."
"I'm too nervous to try something new."
"Being nervous just means I'm doing something brave!"
