Identifying Strengths
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What you will learn
- 1Tell the difference between a strength and something you are still learning
- 2Sort examples into the correct group
- 3Talk about both in a kind, honest way
Mini Lesson
Everyone has things they do well and things they are still learning. That is normal. You do not need to be good at everything right away.
What is a strength?
- A strength is something you can do well or a positive quality you show often.
- A strength can be a skill, like drawing neatly or listening well.
- A strength can also be part of your character, like being kind, careful, or brave.
What does still learning mean?
- Still learning means you are not good at it yet, but you can grow with practice.
- It does not mean you are bad or that you should give up.
- Everyone has something they are still learning.
How to talk about both
- Say: I am good at ___. That names a strength.
- Say: I am learning to ___. That names a growing skill.
- It is honest and brave to name both.
Words to know
Strength
Something you do well or a good quality you have
e.g. Being kind is one of my strengths.
Skill
Something you have learned to do
e.g. Reading is a skill I am building.
Still learning
Not good at it yet, but you can grow with practice
e.g. I am still learning how to ride a bike.
Practice
Doing something many times to get better
e.g. I practice writing my name every day.
Honest
Telling the truth about yourself
e.g. It is honest to say what I am still learning.
Ask yourself: "What is one strength I have? What is one thing I am still learning?"
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