Character Strength Cards- Brain Themed

Description

 Character Strengths Cards, an essential tool for educators, therapists, and coaches who incorporate strength-based approaches in their work. These cards are designed to uplift, inspire, and motivate students, especially those with ADHD, who often receive disproportionately negative feedback. By identifying and reinforcing character strengths, you can shift the focus from deficit-based thinking to recognizing the unique qualities of every student.

Key Features:

• Combat Negativity Bias: Use the cards to highlight and reinforce positive behavior and strengths, fostering a supportive classroom or therapy room atmosphere.
• Strength-Based Approach: Recognize and celebrate strengths to combat the estimated 20,000 more negative messages that students with ADHD receive by age 12.
• Individualized Assessments: Pair with the free VIA Survey by The VIA Institute on Character to identify and nurture 24 character strengths in students, unlocking their full potential.
• Positive Reinforcement Strategies: Move beyond punitive measures by leveraging positive reinforcement that empowers students and encourages desirable behaviors.
• Versatile Usage: Print on card stock and cut out, print on sticker paper, or laminate for reusable teaching tools that facilitate discussions about strengths.

How to Use:

• Hand out cards or stickers to recognize students when they display a character strength.
• Use as teaching tools to introduce and explore each character strength.
• Create a classroom culture that echoes positivity and supports emotional well-being.

Learn more about VIA Character Strengths and links to their website for additional free surveys and extension activities to deepen your strength-based practice in this article.