Grades 6-8

This lesson on “Developing Self-Confidence” teaches students the importance of believing in their abilities and valuing who they are. It highlights how self-confidence positively impacts health, academic performance, and social relationships. Through activities like positive self-talk, reframing negative thoughts, and spending time with positive people, students will learn practical strategies to build confidence. The lesson also encourages students to identify and celebrate their unique “superpowers” by showcasing their strengths and talents. Reflection exercises help students understand how to support themselves and others in building confidence and overcoming self-doubt. Time Required: 40-45 minutes.

Objectives:

• Define self-confidence.
• Identify their own strengths and talents.
• Express self-confidence with reframing and positive self-talk.
• Understand the importance of self-confidence.

A follow-up lesson to Developing Self-Confidence: This lesson on “Maintaining Self-Confidence” teaches students how to preserve and strengthen their self-confidence over time. Through activities such as listing personal strengths and reflecting on what they value about themselves, students are encouraged to focus on their positive qualities. Key strategies for maintaining confidence include thinking positively, practicing self-care, accepting mistakes, and avoiding negative self-talk. The lesson also explores how setbacks, bullying, and unrealistic expectations can harm confidence. Students will discuss role models and engage in a brainstorming session to reflect on the relationship between confidence and behaviors like bullying. Time Required: 30-35 minutes.

Objectives:

• Define self-confidence
• Identify self-confidence acts, give examples of self-confidence maintaining practices
• Express self-confidence in the face of negativity
• Understand the importance of self-confidence to one’s well-being