Growth Mindset Comprehension and Activities | Thomas Edison

This engaging resource is designed to foster a growth mindset in students through an informational text about the incredible career of Thomas Edison. The resource includes two differentiated texts, one for high-ability students and another for mid-ability students, ensuring that all learners can access and benefit from the content.

The high-ability text provides an in-depth exploration of Thomas Edison’s journey, highlighting his perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges. It includes a thought-provoking set of 10 open-ended questions that encourage critical thinking and reflection, allowing students to analyze Thomas Edison’s experiences and apply them to their own lives.

The mid-ability text offers a more accessible version of Thomas Edison’s story, supplemented with a glossary to support vocabulary development. It includes 4 multiple-choice questions that help students assess their comprehension of the text, along with 4 open-ended questions that promote deeper thinking and encourage students to reflect on Thomas Edison’s journey.

In addition to the informational texts, this resource also features a choice-board of activities centered around Thomas Edison’s resilience. These activities provide students with opportunities for higher-order thinking skills through engaging discussions, dramatic interpretations, reflective writing prompts, and creative art projects. The choice-board format allows students to select activities that align with their interests and learning preferences, fostering autonomy and ownership in their learning process.

Whether used in whole-class instruction, small groups, or independent work, this resource is designed to inspire and motivate students to embrace a growth mindset, develop resilience, and recognize the power of perseverance in achieving their goals. Thomas Edison’s remarkable story serves as a powerful example that will encourage students to overcome obstacles and strive for success in all areas of their lives.

Embrace the transformative power of growth mindset with “Thomas Edison: The Resilient Inventor” today!

Note: The choice-board and activities in this resource have been carefully aligned with educational standards and can be seamlessly integrated into existing curriculum frameworks.