We used the example 'Thank you Mr Faulker' story book to get the students thinking about how they feel when something is hard and they feel they cannot do it.
The students related and all had examples of times they worried about something they were doing and doubted that they could do it. We talked about learning to read, riding a bicycle, learning new math strategies, writing.
The students worked in groups and brainstormed ideas of what that little voice in your head can say- ie "I'll never understand this" and "I am stupid/slow". For each negative thought we created new thoughts. We will try thinking ...
No-one is perfect. I just have to do my best.
It is difficult to understand. Who can I ask for help?
I can't keep doing this. Maybe I should take a short break and then try again.
I have to try. Keep trying.
I have to believe in myself.
Maybe they need more help. I could help too.
Don't give up.
If I need more time to think - that is okay.
It is okay to be different. Different is good.
We all get tired sometimes. I am okay.
I can do this. I remember when ... was hard and I keep practicing until I got it.
I am only 9. I have plenty of time.
I just need to practice. If I work hard I will get better at this.
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