Description
Students will display effort as they perform tasks and will gain an understanding of the advantages of delaying gratification. Students will also display grit by continuing to work at accomplishing tasks, even after experiencing failure. Enjoy the book GRIT & Bear It! written by Tamara Zentic and extend the learning with GRIT & Bear It! Activity Guide with more to choose from!
This exercise is recommended for grades 5-10.
Materials needed:
- 3 golf balls
- A challenging jigsaw/crossword/word search puzzle
- Several difficult story problems
- Paper
- Pencils
- Boys Town Social Skill poster, “Displaying Effort” (provided as a PDF in color)
An email address must be provided to obtain the activity!
Produced by Boys Town Press
License Information: Each purchase includes access for up to three educators. Licensed educators may print or digitally use the activity with an unlimited number of students and future classes. The PDF may not be shared beyond the licensed educators or placed on a common/shared drive without a separate licensing agreement. Organizations seeking broader access should contact us for site licensing options.
