Perseverance & Grit

OBJECTIVE

Students will understand the importance of perseverance and grit as essential job readiness skills. They will practice persistence, problem-solving, and managing setbacks by designing and improving a hands-on device. By the end, students will define perseverance and grit and demonstrate these traits in a real-world context.

FUTURE READY

In the future of work, one thing is certain: change is constant. Whether it’s learning new technology, bouncing back from failure, or adapting to shifting roles, grit is essential. Employers want people who can learn, unlearn, and try again. Building perseverance now helps students become resilient, future-ready problem-solvers who won’t give up when things get tough.

LESSON DURATION

45 minutes