Sharing Narratives About Grit

Engage effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grade 5 topics and texts, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly.

Follow agreed-upon rules for discussions and carry out assigned roles.

Pose and respond to specific questions by making comments that contribute to the discussion and elaborate on the remarks of others.

Review the key ideas expressed and draw conclusions in light of information and knowledge gained from the discussions.

Summarize the points a speaker makes and explain how each claim is supported by reasons and evidence.

Report on a topic or text or present an opinion, sequencing ideas logically and using appropriate facts and relevant, descriptive details to support main ideas or themes; speak clearly at an understandable pace.

Use knowledge of language and its conventions when writing, speaking, reading, or listening.

With guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach.

Define grit (e.g., perseverance and passion for a long-term goal)

Provide an example of a role model who demonstrates grit (perseverance and passion for a long-term goal)

Recognize that making mistakes is an unavoidable part of learning (“failing forward”)

Demonstrate the ability to analyze data, facts, and information

Understand and explain why different situations may set in motion or give rise to different emotions (e.g., learning something new or difficult, meeting someone new)

Recognize how your negative thoughts (e.g., “no one likes me”) may distort or minimize the positive things about you (or around you)

Explain the ways in which you use and practice your personal strengths (e.g., your willingness to help others, your positivity)

Practice and apply “I feel” statements to express your emotions