5th Grade  Project 4 weeks

Mind Mastery: Thrive with Positive Vibes!

Whitney M
PE.5.HF.3.1
PE.5.HF.3.2
PE.5.HF.3.3
Self Directed Learning
Academic Mindset
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Purpose

The purpose of this project is to equip 5th-grade students with practical strategies for managing stress and fostering a growth mindset through engaging, real-world experiences. By exploring the connections between physical activity and mental well-being, students will develop personal fitness goals and learn to transform negative thoughts into positive actions. This hands-on approach encourages students to actively participate in their own learning journey, enhancing their emotional resilience and self-awareness while meeting educational standards.

Learning goals

Students will develop strategies to transform negative thoughts into positive actions, enhancing their emotional resilience and well-being. They will explore the impact of aerobic and anaerobic activities on mental health, using physical exercise as a tool for stress management. Students will set and pursue personal fitness goals, fostering a growth mindset to overcome everyday challenges. Through collaboration with community partners, they will engage in hands-on activities and reflective practices to deepen their understanding of health-related and skill-related fitness components.
Standards
  • [North Carolina] PE.5.HF.3.1 - Identify differences between health-related and skill-related fitness components.
  • [North Carolina] PE.5.HF.3.2 - Identify differences in aerobic and anaerobic activities.
  • [North Carolina] PE.5.HF.3.3 - Develop personal goals to improve three or more of the health-related fitness components.
Competencies
  • Self Directed Learning - Students use teacher and peer feedback and self-reflection to monitor and direct their own learning while building self knowledge both in and out of the classroom.
  • Academic Mindset - Students establish a sense of place, identity, and belonging to increase self-efficacy while engaging in critical reflection and action.
  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving - Students consider a variety of innovative approaches to address and understand complex questions that are authentic and important to their communities.

Products

Throughout this learning experience, students will create a personal reflection journal documenting their fitness goals and mindset shifts. They will also develop a multimedia presentation showcasing their stress management strategies and the impact on their mental health. By the end of the project, students will set up interactive booths at a Wellness Fair to demonstrate stress management techniques and share their personal growth journeys with peers and community members.

Launch

Kick off the project with a "Mind and Body Adventure Day," where students rotate through interactive stations featuring yoga sessions, mindfulness exercises, and team-building physical challenges. These activities will be led by community partners, including a yoga instructor and a professional athlete, who will also share their insights on stress management and goal-setting. This immersive experience sets the stage for students to explore the connections between physical activity, mental health, and personal growth throughout the project.

Exhibition

Students will organize a 'Wellness Fair' where they set up interactive booths to demonstrate stress management techniques, share personal fitness goals, and present their multimedia projects to peers, teachers, and community members. They will also host a 'Mindful Movement Showcase' featuring yoga routines, guided meditations, and aerobic activities, inviting parents and community partners to join in and learn. Additionally, students will perform skits in a 'Positive Action Theater,' illustrating their transformation of negative thoughts into positive actions, followed by a Q&A session with the audience.