Growth mindset is kind of a buzzword lately. I’m all in when it comes to self help or anything that will inspire me to be a better version of myself. This idea of growth mindset for kids really struck a nerve in me because it’s something I struggle with and I see popping up in my own kids. These growth mindset quotes are just little snippets I like to remember to keep myself looking forward!
Growth quotes inspire trying new things…
I’m not good at trying new things. Let me rephrase that; I’m not good at trying new things in front of other people. I love learning new things but I prefer time to process and practice them without an audience. I hate being the center of attention and being at the center of an audience because I’m failing at something is something I try to avoid at all costs.
I’ve been reading Only Love Today by one of my favorite mom authors, Rachel Macy Stafford. (I have given several copies of this book by the same author as a gift~ a definite fave!)
One thing I love about Only Love Today is the format. There is a short reading each day, no dates included. You can jump in anywhere, at any time of year. While I used to devour stacks of books these short daily readings are sometimes all I can manage these days.
While this is book isn’t specifically about developing a growth mindset it really speaks to me about letting go of the past and moving forward with love and positivity, towards my family and myself.
“Today matters more than yesterday.” -Rachel Macy Stafford
Improvement comes in baby steps, right? I know who I am and I love the idea that everyday I can improve a little something each day while not beating myself up for yesterday. Just because yesterday I was the “teacher monster” (a term coined by one of my favorite children) doesn’t mean I can’t be a better listener today.
As moms we are needed to serve the needs of everyone around us. In my experience trying to meet the needs of kids is not always met with gratitude and smiles. Giving kids what they need isn’t the same as giving them what they want. So even though we may be nailing this motherhood (or teaching) thing our kids may be still be complaining and giving us the stink eye.
I literally have to give myself a little talking to sometimes to keep moving forward in a positive manner and not let the grumblings of any given kid get me down. (Because it seems someone is always grumbling.) We’re all growing and trying to find our way. Whether you’re eight or forty it is reassuring to know we can always do a little better than yesterday.
Growing means taking a risk…
This growth mindset idea has inspired me to put myself out there in some new ways. Blogging is a huge risk for me. I’m literally putting myself out in the world in writing. There is actual written proof of all my crazy ideas. For someone who is a self professed, hard core introvert that is a scary place to be. But I’m doing it. And the more I do it, and stretch myself, the more I enjoy it.
Making the decision to pull our kids from public school and homeschool them was a huge risk. Homeschooling was a decision with the potential to affect our entire family, for better or worse. If teaching four kids every day doesn’t require a little stretching of the grey matter I don’t know what does! My kids and I get to learn together everyday~ how cool is that?!?
A daily practice of growth mindset for kids….
I try to incorporate a growth mindset whenever I can in our days. Once you start thinking about specifically encouraging your kid to try new things and praising their amazing effort, not necessarily the outcome, it becomes second nature. Share growth mindset books, doodle growth mindset sketchbook pages, and write goals and fears down in this free growth mindset for kids printable book .Growth mindset for kids is an easy idea to weave throughout the day.
Life can be scary. It’s good to know that a single mistake or failure is not the end of the story.
Age doesn’t mean you stop growing…
Growth mindset for kids? It’s totally not just for kids! As I get older and more comfortable in my skin this idea of growing, trying, failing, and using that information to do better feels right. It’s good to try new things, even things you may not immediately succeed at. In my experience the best things in life only come that way.
I want my kids to see me trying new things, taking risks, believing in myself! I love the idea that what you know, what you can do, and what you’re capable of can change at anytime! No matter your age this is exciting news, right?
Growth mindset quotes for kids…
Being a creative mind my “filing/planning system” consists of a pretty notebook jammed full of scraps of paper and post it notes. I’ve got pages of quotes that I stumbled upon and want to remember. Lots of these fall under the growth quotes category because this idea really speaks to me.
I’m getting better in the “planning” category though. Check out these pretty watercolor planning sheets made for the artist in all of us. They’ve got spots for projects, ideas, and inspiration along with the daily and weekly pages!
In hopes of sharing some of this positive growth mindset energy with you I’ve translated my post it notes into some fun growth mindset quotes for kids to inspire you and your family. Best of all they’re free for you to use in your home or classroom!
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Updated with even more growth mindset quotes….
A genius reader of mine, let’s call her Wende, wrote to ask if I might consider adding a printable PDF version of these growth mindset quotes with no color or decoration so kids could embellish them on their own.
“I was wondering “IF” you might consider making some of your PDF MIND SET quotes using your fancy font without color or decorations? You have shared so many fun decorating ideas, that I thought the Mind Set quotes would make a wonderful canvas for the kids to decorate. Having the kids/parents decorating the quotes that speak to them the most, would also help reinforce the quotes by making it their own. “
This set of twelve blank quotes is available in my Resource Library in an easy to print PDF.
I can’t tell you how much I love this idea! These quotes are probably my most popular post ever. Growth mindset is a huge push right now and with good reason so I know you’ll think of ways to take these plain quotes and let kids make them their own.
Try this fun way of adding abstract color using watercolor marker. Try a different color family on each quote!
Use tissue paper to add color and interest with this fun tissue paper process art.
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Great quotes… I love how quotes can say what we think, but in a succinct and memorable way. 🙂
Thank you! And I agree- love how they stick with me throughout the day!!
I live these quotes! They are so beautiful and get right to the point!
Thanks Jackie! I love quotes! I always them scribbled in my notebooks and on post its to reread when I need inspiration!
Hi I have subscribed but still unable to download the Growth Mindset printables. Can you advise me? Thank you.
Hi Alice,
You should receive your password with a confirmation email. If you don’t send me an email through my contact form and I will set you up! Thanks -jodi
I have subscribed and cannot find the link to print out these posters.
Hi Danielle, Upon subscription confirmation you should receive a password. Go to my resource library. It will ask for a password there. Once entered you will have access to all my printables. Feel free to email me if you have further questions and I can help you out! thanks~ jodi
I love this book- I’m a teacher now stay at home- and I read a few every day! Thanks for sharing your favorites!!
Ah good! I really find a nice “reset” button for me. And goodness know that is necessary these days! Thanks for stopping by! ~jodi
Hi Jodi,
Through Google I got to your site yesterday when I was in need of some encouragement and these quotes hit the spot. They helped to re-frame a tough situation at work to see the positive and what it is working out in me. Thank you for collecting and decorating such a helpful set of quotes.
Tara- that makes my day!! I love that they clocked with someone other than me! Hang in there!!
I have subscribed, but still can’t print out these quotes.
Hi Jenna,
Sorry to hear you’re having trouble! When your receive your confirmation email you should get a password. Use that password to enter my Resource Library, which is in the main menu, any page. If that doesn’t help shoot me an email and I will walk you through it further! Thanks for visiting!
Hi Jodi,
Thank you so much for your post with advice. I was able to print out the quotes. I’m really excited to hang them up. Have a great day! 🙂
Yay- good news!! Have a great day Jenna!
hi,
i subscribed but i cant find access to print out the quotes. can i have some help with this. Thanks!!
Hi Stephanie! Sorry you’re having trouble. The password will come in the second email from me. You will have to confirm your subscription in the first email. If you’re still having trouble just shoot me an email at [email protected]. Thanks -Jodi
I’ve been able to download some of the printable quotes, but have not found printables of them all…am I missing something, or do we just not have access to them all? They are FABULOUS!
Tammy
I’ll send you an email Tammy and see if we can figure out what you’re looking for!
Trying to get into your website so I can print these beautiful growth mindset posters, but I don’t get it, I guess. It asks me for my password, but where do I set that up?
Hi Laura,
There is a turquoise “subscribe box” under a couple of the images and in the sidebar. Once you subscribe you will need to reply to the first email to confirm you meant to subscribe. The second email has the password to my Resource Library where everything is in one spot in PDF form. If you have any trouble shoot me an email at [email protected]
Love these! What font did you use for these?
It’s a custom font I purchased!! I love it too! Thanks for commenting!
I subscribed. I wanted to print the growth mindset posters. The file is large so it requires me to save to my dropbox. When I try to download or save from dropbox, some of the words are missing because of the embedded font. Would you please send me pdf’s of the posters. Thanks in advance.
Keeli,
I’ll shoot you an email and see if I can hook you up! ~jodi
I love these quotes and the colors are fantastic. Just what my room needs! Thank you so much for sharing – you are the best.
Yay~ I love hearing that! I’m so glad you can use them! Thanks Chris!
I am only able to print out 3 of these and I would love to print more for my classroom. Is there any way I can get the others?
Hi Beth,
I’m going to shoot you an email and hook you up! Be on the lookout!
Thanks for sharing! Do you have a template available? I have other mindset quotes I would love to include with these twelve. I would like to have a different quote for each week in my classroom and would really appreciate having the quotes have the same background.
Sorry Rebecca, I don’t have a template to share. They are my own original work! Thanks for stopping by! ~jodi
Thank you for sharing! I sent my email but have not received an email back. I would love to print out these awesome posters! -Chasity
Charity,
I will send you an email now and point you in the right direction!
These are so nice. I have been working with my students on growth mind set for a few years. It really makes a difference.
Thanks Heather! The mindset really does make a difference. My kids and I talk about it and I try really hard to keep it in mind for myself as well! I’m so glad you like the posters!
I am about to start work at a new secondary school on Monday, and I knew I wanted a Growth Mindset display for my classroom. So your quotes are absolutely fantastic! I can’t wait to print some of them out and hang them up in my classroom. Thank you 🙂
Katrina,
That’s great that you can use them! Best of luck on your new school year! `Jodi
These quotes are wonderful! I’m a retired elementary teacher now having my Grand opening of my art studio for both children & adult lessons! They will work beautifully as journal springboards! So excited… Thank you!
Michelle, That sounds wonderful! Best of luck with your grand opening! I’m so glad you’re enjoying the quotes. ~jodi
Your site is so fantastic. I’m going to come back here again.
Thanks Buffy! I hope you find lots of stuff to use with your kiddos!
How long should I wait for my password to be sent in my email? Thanks!
You should receive your password immediately. If you haven’t you should check your junk mail in case it landed there. If you don’t have any luck there email me at [email protected] and I’ll get you set up!
I LOVE all of your resources- thanks so much! I am excited to get them up in my classroom 🙂
Thanks Jenn! I am so glad you are enjoying them!
I’ve received your emails for a bit but hadn’t read this post until today. Thanks for this and for opening up about yourself. I myself need this growth mindset. I don’t like not being good at things either and sometimes don’t even try. I too homeschool and can become a teacher monster. 🙁
Thanks Daniela, I hope you have a great year ahead!