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How to Create Back to School Power Words

by BrainNinjasWP

Try this quick activity that will last all year. We use power words instead of making goals. We talk about growth mindset and words that help us be our best. Then we make a display to share our words. This makes a great back to school activity or works perfect in the New Year. Come take a look!

Do your students write goals? It can be an effective way to have students learn to take responsibility for their behaviour or learning. We tried something new this year. Students chose power words instead of goals.

Back to school is a great time to reflect on past years in school. It’s the right time to think about the positive changes you and your students can make. This will help you all have a wonderful year together.

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Filed Under: Engaging Lessons Tagged With: Back to School, Bulletin board ideas, Bulletin Boards, Classroom Community, Classroom Set Up, Goal Setting, Goalsetting, Growth Mindset, Holidays and Seasonal, Power Words

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