Fear of mistakes

Practice a helpful move for fear of mistakes.

Picture cards: Notice the mistake · Pick one change · Try again

Use a pretend example. Students may watch or pass. Read the picture cards aloud. Say, “Watch me try one move.” Then model the words or action below.

Change “I can’t do it” to “I can try one part again.” Say both aloud. Try it once with a partner. Switch roles and try it again.

Say, “Show or tell me your first move.” Point to the card that matches. If needed, model it together once more.