This is a set of activities to teach about perseverance and not giving up, and building a growth mindset. It includes both independent and group activities.
 
What you'll get:
 
Perseverance Mini Book
This is a short story about a girl who enters the art contest only to find out that it’s harder than she thinks.
 
There are 3 versions
full color
black & white with pictures to color
 
Worksheets
These can be completed independently or in small groups, if students need help reading the text
 
Includes:
Coloring page with writing prompt that goes along with the mini book
Cut and paste sort persevering vs. giving up statements
What would you do? 5 short scenarios – Students describe something they wish they could do, steps they can take, what they would do if they failed, and how they will feel when they meet the goal.
 
Persevering Discussion Cards
Includes 12 short scenarios to read and discuss whether they show persevering or giving up. There are also optional ”voting cards” with persevering/thumbs up on one side and not persevering/thumbs down on the other that students can use to indicate their answers.