Something that we've been working on a lot with my kids, especially my youngest, is having a growth mindset.
We stress the importance of trying hard things, learning from mistakes, being flexible, and all that jazz. Being flexible is the big one we talk about almost daily.
Now, growth mindset is also a topic that they talk about a lot at school. Especially during the first few weeks of school.
So if you're looking for a simple growth mindset activity to do either at home or at school, then this little growth mindset word scramble game is perfect. It's also great to pair with these ABC themed growth mindset cards.
This word scramble game introduces a variety of words related to having a growth mindset, while also targeting writing skills, spelling, problem solving...you name it!
And, speaking of growth mindset, if you haven't read the book Mindset by Carol S. Dweck, you should. It's a must! I highly recommend it.
Why Word Scramble Games are Good for Kids
Word scramble games are a great way for kids to work on vocabulary, spelling, language skills, working memory, problem-solving skills, writing, and so much more! There's a wide range of skills you could target here. Just get creative.
You can use free printable word scramble games like this one at home, in the classroom, or even on the road. Or you could use them in Zoom meetings for online learning (tips on how to do so here). They'd even make a great rainy day activity too!
Also, if you've been looking for other ideas on how to use your hyperlexic child's interests in letters, then word scramble games are a great fit. They definitely build off of a hyperlexic child's interest in letters. I mean the game is literally just a bunch of letters. Besides, using your hyperlexic child's interest to teach new skills is definitely something you should be doing - and something you'll hear me say a lot around here!
So anyway, if you're looking for a quick growth mindset activity for kids, then give this growth mindset word scramble worksheet a try.
And don't forget to grab a set of these ABC growth mindset cards too!