Objective:
Students will explore the power of positive affirmations and self-expression by creating wearable art that reinforces self-worth, resilience, and a growth mindset.

Materials Needed:

• Affirmation bracelet template (recommended to be printed on Cardstock (65–80 lb / 176–216 gsm)
• Crayons, markers, or colored pencils
• Scissors
• Tape, glue sticks, or string
• Hole punch

Learning Goals:

• Understand what affirmations are and how they support a positive mindset
• Reflect on personal strengths and positive self-talk
• Practice mindfulness through coloring
• Create a bracelet that serves as a daily visual reminder of personal affirmations

Lesson Outline:

Introduction (5–10 minutes):

• • Brief discussion on what affirmations are.
  • Talk about the power of words and how they affect our thoughts and emotions.
  • Invite students to share any affirmations or positive words they’ve heard or used.

Creative Activity (20–25 minutes):

• • Distribute affirmation bracelet templates.
  • Students choose affirmations that resonate with them or create their own.
  • Decorate the bracelets with colors that reflect their personality or emotions.

Assembly (5 minutes):

• • Students cut out and tape their bracelets to wear or take home. You can also use a hole punch and a piece of string to secure them in a way that allows them to be easily removed.
  • Encourage them to repeat their chosen affirmation silently or out loud as they wear it.

Reflection & Sharing (5–10 minutes):

• • Invite students to share what affirmation they chose and why.
  • Discuss how they can use affirmations in daily life (e.g., before a test, when feeling nervous).

Extension Ideas:

• Create a weekly affirmation ritual in class.
• Pair the bracelet activity with journaling prompts.
• Use the bracelets during mindfulness or morning meetings.