Description

This Teacher Resource Guide accompanies the Pivoting Senior poster, part of the Wild Teak Studio Thriving Classroom Series.

Designed for teachers working with young people aged 11–16, the guide offers practical ways to introduce and explore the six skills of pivoting, helping learners recognise when an approach is no longer effective, adapt to changing circumstances and develop the confidence to explore new directions.

Inside the guide, you’ll find:

• Clear explanations of the six skills involved in pivoting and flexible thinking.
• Discussion questions to encourage reflection, adaptability and openness to different perspectives.
• Practical suggestions for bringing flexible thinking and adaptability into everyday classroom life.
• Engaging activities that encourage learners to recognise obstacles, reconsider assumptions, explore alternative strategies and make thoughtful adjustments.
• Cross-curricular opportunities for applying flexible thinking and adaptability across different subjects and real-world situations.
• Guidance for adapting activities and support to different learning needs.
• Ideas for observing progress, encouraging reflection and extending learning beyond the classroom.

The emphasis is on helping young people understand that changing direction is not a sign of weakness or failure, but an expression of adaptability and sound judgement. By learning to recognise when something is not working, let go of ineffective approaches and explore new possibilities, learners develop resilience, creativity and confidence in navigating uncertainty.

More than a poster companion, this guide helps teachers turn unexpected challenges and changing circumstances into meaningful opportunities for flexible thinking, thoughtful decision-making and personal growth.

Digital Resource

• Format: PDF Teacher Resource Guide
• Companion Poster: Pivoting – Power of Flexible Thinking
• Delivery: Emailed after payment.