To celebrate the Olympics, August's class audiobook of the month is "Be Amazing" by none other than Olympic Champion, Sir Chris Hoy!
In "Be Amazing," Chris Hoy shares his experiences and invaluable advice on how you can fulfill your potential and achieve your dreams. This inspiring and confidence-boosting guide from the six-time Olympic Champion shows kids that with the right mindset, they have the power to do something extraordinary. As a boy, Chris Hoy never would have believed that he could achieve his dream of becoming an Olympic Champion. In his first motivational book for children, he shares everything he has learned on his journey to help inspire kids to fulfill their potential and be the best they can be. The book weaves together his incredible personal story with practical ideas for building confidence, resilience, and self-belief, as well as dealing with failure. An essential read for any young person with a big dream, this guide shows that anything is possible with a positive attitude!
Perfect for ages 8 and above (Key Stage 2), and any aspiring champions! With a listening time of 2 hours and 50 minutes, this audiobook is a perfect addition to your classroom activities.
Discussion Topics:
1. Dreams and Aspirations:
- What are your biggest dreams and goals?
- How do you think you can achieve them?
2. Overcoming Obstacles:
- What challenges have you faced when trying to achieve a goal?
- How did you overcome them, or how do you think you could?
3. The Importance of Resilience:
- Why is resilience important in achieving your dreams?
- Can you think of a time when you showed resilience?
4. Building Confidence:
- What makes you feel confident?
- How can you help others feel more confident?
5. Dealing with Failure:
- How do you handle failure?
- What lessons can you learn from failing?
Classroom Activities:
1. Dream Board Creation:
- Have students create their own dream boards with pictures and words representing their goals and dreams.
2. Resilience Role-Play:
- In pairs or small groups, have students role-play scenarios where they need to show resilience to overcome a challenge.
3. Confidence-Building Exercises:
- Engage the class in activities that build confidence, such as public speaking practice or team-building exercises.
4. Failure to Success Stories:
- Ask students to share a story where they turned a failure into a success, either from their own lives or a famous figure they admire.
5. Goal-Setting Workshop:
- Have students write down their short-term and long-term goals, and discuss the steps they need to take to achieve them.
"Be Amazing" by Sir Chris Hoy is not just a book; it's a roadmap for young minds to discover their true potential and aim for greatness. Let's embark on this journey together and inspire the champions of tomorrow!
In "Be Amazing," Chris Hoy shares his experiences and invaluable advice on how you can fulfill your potential and achieve your dreams. This inspiring and confidence-boosting guide from the six-time Olympic Champion shows kids that with the right mindset, they have the power to do something extraordinary. As a boy, Chris Hoy never would have believed that he could achieve his dream of becoming an Olympic Champion. In his first motivational book for children, he shares everything he has learned on his journey to help inspire kids to fulfill their potential and be the best they can be. The book weaves together his incredible personal story with practical ideas for building confidence, resilience, and self-belief, as well as dealing with failure. An essential read for any young person with a big dream, this guide shows that anything is possible with a positive attitude!
Perfect for ages 8 and above (Key Stage 2), and any aspiring champions! With a listening time of 2 hours and 50 minutes, this audiobook is a perfect addition to your classroom activities.
Discussion Topics:
1. Dreams and Aspirations:
- What are your biggest dreams and goals?
- How do you think you can achieve them?
2. Overcoming Obstacles:
- What challenges have you faced when trying to achieve a goal?
- How did you overcome them, or how do you think you could?
3. The Importance of Resilience:
- Why is resilience important in achieving your dreams?
- Can you think of a time when you showed resilience?
4. Building Confidence:
- What makes you feel confident?
- How can you help others feel more confident?
5. Dealing with Failure:
- How do you handle failure?
- What lessons can you learn from failing?
Classroom Activities:
1. Dream Board Creation:
- Have students create their own dream boards with pictures and words representing their goals and dreams.
2. Resilience Role-Play:
- In pairs or small groups, have students role-play scenarios where they need to show resilience to overcome a challenge.
3. Confidence-Building Exercises:
- Engage the class in activities that build confidence, such as public speaking practice or team-building exercises.
4. Failure to Success Stories:
- Ask students to share a story where they turned a failure into a success, either from their own lives or a famous figure they admire.
5. Goal-Setting Workshop:
- Have students write down their short-term and long-term goals, and discuss the steps they need to take to achieve them.
"Be Amazing" by Sir Chris Hoy is not just a book; it's a roadmap for young minds to discover their true potential and aim for greatness. Let's embark on this journey together and inspire the champions of tomorrow!
