1) Vocabulário Base
Leia as palavras ou expressões abaixo para ampliar seu vocabulário.
| Termo | Pronúncia | Tradução | Exemplo |
|---|---|---|---|
| mindset | máind-set | mentalidade | Your mindset can change your life. |
| fixed mindset | fíksd máind-set | mentalidade fixa | A fixed mindset fears mistakes. |
| growth mindset | grôuth máind-set | mentalidade de crescimento | A growth mindset loves learning. |
| effort | é-fort | esforço | Effort helps you improve. |
| challenge | tchálendj | desafio | A challenge makes you stronger. |
| mistake | mis-têik | erro | A mistake is a chance to learn. |
| feedback | fíid-bék | retorno/opinião | Feedback helps you grow. |
| improve | im-prúuv | melhorar | Practice to improve every day. |
| ability | a-bí-li-ti | habilidade | Ability can grow with practice. |
| success | sâk-sés | sucesso | Success comes with effort. |
2) Prática Assistida
Agora leia o texto abaixo em voz alta da maneira que conseguir, o professor irá corrigir as pronúncias necessárias.
Carol Dweck is a psychologist from the United States.
She studied how people think about learning and success.
Her book is called Mindset: The New Psychology of Success.
The main idea is simple and powerful.
The way you think can change your life.
The book explains two main types of mindset.
They are called fixed mindset and growth mindset.
These mindsets shape how we see ourselves.
They also shape how we face problems.
They affect school, work, sports, and relationships.
People with a fixed mindset believe abilities are born.
They think intelligence is fixed.
They think talent is fixed.
They believe you either have it or you do not.
Because of this, they fear mistakes.
In a fixed mindset, mistakes feel very bad.
A mistake feels like a sign of failure.
It feels like proof that you are not good.
So people avoid challenges.
They prefer easy tasks.
People with a fixed mindset want to look smart.
They like praise for being clever.
They like praise for being talented.
But this praise can be dangerous.
It can stop learning.
When a task becomes hard, they may give up.
They think, “I am not good at this.”
They stop trying.
They stop practicing.
They protect their image.
Carol Dweck explains the growth mindset next.
People with a growth mindset believe abilities can grow.
They believe the brain can change.
They believe learning comes from effort.
Practice helps the brain get stronger.
In a growth mindset, mistakes are normal.
A mistake is not a failure.
It is a lesson.
It shows what to practice next.
This mindset loves learning.
People with a growth mindset accept challenges.
They try new things.
They know it may be hard.
But they continue anyway.
They see effort as a good thing.
Effort is very important in this book.
Effort does not mean you are weak.
Effort means you are growing.
It means you are training your brain.
Effort leads to improvement.
The book talks a lot about praise.
Carol Dweck says praise must be careful.
Praising talent can create a fixed mindset.
Praising effort creates a growth mindset.
This is very important for children.
For example, say “You worked hard.”
Do not say “You are so smart.”
The first sentence helps learning.
The second can stop learning.
This idea changed many schools.
Teachers can help students grow.
They can praise effort and strategy.
They can welcome mistakes in class.
They can say mistakes help learning.
This builds confidence.
Parents also play a big role.
They talk to children every day.
Their words shape beliefs.
They can encourage trying again.
They can encourage curiosity.
The book also talks about sports.
Many great athletes have a growth mindset.
They practice every day.
They listen to feedback.
They learn from losses.
A loss is not the end.
A loss is information.
It shows what to train.
It shows what to improve.
This idea helps athletes win later.
In business, mindset also matters.
Leaders with a fixed mindset fear risk.
They want to look perfect.
They avoid feedback.
This hurts teams.
Leaders with a growth mindset are different.
They listen to ideas.
They accept feedback.
They learn from problems.
They help people grow.
Companies with a growth mindset learn faster.
They adapt to change.
They innovate more.
They create safe spaces to learn.
People feel respected.
Carol Dweck gives real examples.
She talks about schools and companies.
She talks about famous people.
She uses research and stories.
The ideas are clear and practical.
The book does not say talent is useless.
Talent exists.
But it is not everything.
Effort and learning matter more.
Mindset guides how we use talent.
The book also warns about false growth mindset.
Saying “just try” is not enough.
You need good strategies.
You need feedback.
You need real practice.
A real growth mindset is honest.
It sees limits today.
But it believes in change tomorrow.
It plans steps to improve.
It stays patient.
Changing mindset takes time.
Old habits are strong.
But change is possible.
Awareness is the first step.
Practice is the next step.
The book invites readers to reflect.
How do you react to failure?
Do you avoid challenges?
Do you seek feedback?
These questions are powerful.
In school, a growth mindset helps learning.
In work, it helps progress.
In life, it brings resilience.
It helps you stand up again.
It builds confidence over time.
Carol Dweck’s message is hopeful.
You are not stuck.
You can grow.
Your brain can change.
Your mindset can change.
The book ends with a clear message.
Success is a journey.
Learning never stops.
Mistakes are part of the path.
Growth is always possible.
3) Compreensão Ativa
Responda as perguntas abaixo para praticar a compreensão.
- O que você entendeu de um modo geral sobre o texto?
- Agora releia o texto e fale para o professor todas as palavras ou expressões que você não conhece ou não entendeu o significado corretamente.
- Qual é a diferença principal entre mindset fixo e mindset de crescimento?
- Por que pessoas com mindset fixo evitam desafios?
- Como o esforço é visto no mindset de crescimento?
- Por que elogiar apenas talento pode ser um problema?
- Como professores podem ajudar alunos a desenvolver um mindset de crescimento?
- O que atletas aprendem com derrotas segundo o texto?
- Qual é o papel do feedback no aprendizado?
- O que significa “falso mindset de crescimento”?
4) Conversação Aplicada
Now, let’s talk in English about what you read. Try to answer even with simple words — the goal is to speak!
- Which mindset do you think you have today? Why?
- How do you feel when you make a mistake?
- Do you like challenges or easy tasks? Why?
- How can effort help you improve your English?
- What kind of praise motivates you more?
- Can you remember a time you learned from failure?
- How do you usually react to feedback?
- How can a growth mindset help at work or school?
- What is one skill you want to improve this year?
- What small step can you take today to grow?
Parabéns! Você praticou inglês de verdade com um livro poderoso e transformador. Aprendeu novas palavras, treinou leitura, compreensão e falou sobre um tema que pode mudar sua vida.
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