Introducing Gremlin Beliefs Primary
This lesson introduces the concept of 'Gremlin Beliefs' — the unhelpful, often automatic negative thoughts and beliefs that undermine confidence and resilience. Students learn to identify their own gremlins and understand how these beliefs can hold them back, as a first step towards challenging them.
Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1:
Define what 'Gremlin Beliefs' are and how they develop
Outcome 2:
Identify common gremlin beliefs in themselves and others
Outcome 3:
Understand the impact of gremlin beliefs on behaviour and wellbeing
Outcome 4:
Begin to develop strategies to challenge and reframe unhelpful beliefs
What's included
A quick look at the classroom-ready resources that come with this lesson.
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