Taking ownership means that you accept the blame and you don’t make excuses when you mess up.
Talking Points:
- Tip #1: Don’t play the blame game. If you mess up, just say “Oops, my bad guys” and then try to do better next time!
- Tip #2: Learn to say sorry. Everyone’s first reaction to messing up is to defend themselves but don’t do that just say, “Sorry guys. I messed that up.”
- Tip #3: Do everything 100%. Always give your best so you can be proud of the work you do.
- Tip #4: Keep your head up. Don’t get down on yourself when you mess up, just take ownership of it, and move on!
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- What does taking ownership look like? What’s it like to play a game when everyone blames someone else?
- Share a time a game got heated at recess. How did you see a blaming attitude cause the problem? How would’ve it turned out if everyone owned their mistakes?
- How is always giving 100% effort related to taking ownership?
- Role play: As a class, create a situation from recess and have the kids role play not taking ownership and then do it again role playing taking ownership.
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
