Identifying Strengths
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Learning Objectives
- 1Tell the difference between a strength and something I am still learning
- 2Sort examples into the correct group
- 3Talk about both in a kind, honest way
Mini Lesson
Everyone has things they do well and things they are still learning. That is normal. You do not need to be good at everything right away.
What is a strength?
- A strength is something you can do well or a positive quality you show often.
- A strength can be a skill, like drawing neatly or listening well.
- A strength can also be part of your character, like being kind, careful, or brave.
What does still learning mean?
- Still learning means you are not good at it yet, but you can grow with practice.
- It does not mean you are bad or that you should give up.
- Everyone has something they are still learning.
How to talk about both
- Say: I am good at ___. That names a strength.
- Say: I am learning to ___. That names a growing skill.
- It is honest and brave to name both.
Diagram: A child can have strengths now and also keep growing in new skills.
Diagram: These two sentence frames help children name strengths and growing skills.
Ask yourself: "What is one strength I have? What is one thing I am still learning?
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