10 Simple Ways to Affirm Every Learner

Description

Transform Your Classroom Into a Place Where Every Learner Feels Valued!

Every child deserves to feel seen, heard, and celebrated. 10 Simple Ways to Affirm Every Learner by Dr. Derrick Campbell is a practical, easy-to-use teacher guide designed to help you build a classroom culture of inclusion, belonging, and confidence—one small step at a time.

This guide is part of the Black Learners Matter Too – Starter Kit Series and is specifically designed for upper elementary students (Grades 3–5). Whether you are just starting your equity journey or looking to deepen your inclusive practices, these 10 ready-to-use lesson plans will help you create a safe, affirming space where students thrive.

What’s Inside?

✔ 10 Simple Lesson Plans – Quick, impactful activities that fit seamlessly into your daily routine.
✔ Student Worksheets & Activities – Includes affirmation charts, leadership cards, and reflection tools to encourage student voice and ownership.
✔ Peer-Affirmation Exercises – Build kindness and positive relationships among students.
✔ Teacher Reflection Prompts – Space for you to track growth, notice patterns, and celebrate progress.
✔ Printable, Black-and-White Friendly Materials – Perfect for quick classroom use or inclusion in your lesson binders.

Key Learning Outcomes

Students will:

• Recognize and celebrate their own unique strengths.
• Learn to give and receive positive peer affirmations.
• Build leadership skills through classroom roles.
• Share their ideas and feel their voices matter.
• Develop daily habits of self-affirmation and confidence.

Why You’ll Love It

• Easy to Implement – No extra prep required.
• Equity-Focused – Supports culturally responsive teaching and affirms student identities.
• Engaging for Students – Hands-on, reflective, and student-centered.

10 Simple Ways to Affirm Every Learner is more than a guide—it’s a toolkit for helping students feel important, smart, and proud of who they are.