Fourth - Fifth Grade

Developmental Characteristics

Physical

  • May be careless about their clothes, room and body cleanliness

  • Girls may have sudden growth spurt and beginning signs of puberty

  • Enjoy physical activities that master specific skills

  • Enjoy competitive games

  • Possess a high activity level

  • Enjoy games that allow for comparison of skills

  • Enjoy games that allow for self-improvement

Social Emotional

  • Enjoy small, peer-dominated group discussions

  • Like to join organized groups

  • Are anxious to grow up

  • Are intensely loyal to their peer group

  • Form a close one-on-one friendship

  • Have a growing desire to assert individuality and independence

  • Can be daring and competitive

  • Can be critical of peers and adults

  • Are self-conscious of their abilities

Cognitive

  • Ask many questions and what thoughtful answers

  • Can often understand other points of view

  • Developing strong interests, hobbies, and collections

  • Enjoy daydreaming

  • Enjoy problem solving games and puzzles, etc.

  • Enjoy rule-based games

  • Are beginning to develop view about social/global issues

  • Beginning to enjoy humor by telling jokes and understanding sarcasm

Lessons

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Self Confidence Gina Patterson Self Confidence Gina Patterson

I Wanna Thank Me

Students will practice self-gratitude by writing a short thank-you note to themselves that names specific effort, choices and growth, and reflect on why recognizing your own work builds confidence.

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Self Confidence Gina Patterson Self Confidence Gina Patterson

Motivation Map

Students will analyze what drives their motivation for a personal goal (expecting success, valuing it, and the cost) and choose one strategy to raise their confidence and motivation.

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