Sixth graders explore self-esteem, the quiet sense that you have worth, and discover habits that build it, from talking to yourself kindly to learning from mistakes instead of dwelling on them.
Students will be able to…
Two students get the same grade; one feels capable, the other feels not smart enough. Same result, different self-esteem. What builds a steady sense of your own worth?
Project this and open each card to explore a healthy habit that builds self-esteem.
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Two students get the same grade. One thinks, I worked hard and can do better next time; the other thinks, I am just not smart. Same result, very different self-esteem. What is the difference?
Students explore ways to build self-esteem.
Students rewrite harsh self-talk.
Students build a strengths list.
Students reflect on self-esteem.
Aligned to the CASEL 5 Social & Emotional Learning Competencies.
Develop an accurate and positive sense of your own worth.
Identify personal strengths and areas to grow.
Use kind self-talk and small goals to build confidence.
Recognize how supportive people strengthen self-esteem.
Preview the three formative checks. Tap “Sample answer” to see what mastery looks like — hide them before you print for students.
Have students list five things they do well or value, add one they are proud of, and keep the note where they will see it, so their strengths stay in view. A printable self-esteem worksheet is in the Social-Emotional Learning library.
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A print-and-go review sheet with a built-in answer key. Tap “Show answer key” to reveal answers, or print the clean version for students.