Strength Shield Worksheet – Discover Your Strengths Activity

Strength Shield – Strengths Activity Worksheet

Knowing what you’re good at isn’t just about bragging—it’s about building confidence, understanding yourself, and recognising what makes you special. The Strength Shield worksheet invites kids to write or draw their strengths in a shield format, then reflect on which strength they’re most proud of. It’s perfect for self-awareness, social-emotional learning, or guidance time.

What’s Inside

Kids (or students) using this worksheet will find:

• A large shield graphic divided into four sections

• Space in each section to write or draw a strength

• A prompt at the bottom asking: “What strength are you most proud of?”

• Clear, simple layout that supports both drawing and writing

Why It’s Useful for Kids / Classrooms / Homeschool

• Boosts Self-Esteem & Confidence: Helps children focus on what they can do well, reinforcing positive self-image.

• Self-Reflection: Encourages thinking about personal qualities and talents, not just what one learns academically.

• Growth Mindset: Identifies strengths as starting points—students can build on them, and may see how their strengths help them when things are challenging.

• Inclusive & Flexible: Drawing option means it works for kids with lower writing confidence; writing means more advanced learners can deepen their reflection.

• Useful in Many Settings: Great in classroom group work, at home as part of wellbeing routines, or in counseling / social-emotional learning lessons.

How to Use It (Tips & Suggestions)

1. Preparation

   • Print enough copies for all students or children.

   • Ensure writing/drawing tools are available (coloured pencils, markers, crayons).

2. Guiding the Activity

   • Start with discussion: What is a strength? Give examples (kindness, creativity, listening, tackling challenges, etc.).

   • Invite children to think of 4 strengths: they can draw, write, or mix both.

   • After filling shield sections, use the bottom prompt to choose one to be most proud of and possibly share why.

3. Reflection & Sharing

   • In pairs or small groups, children can share their “most proud of” strength and hear from others—helps build community and affirms different strengths.

   • Teachers or parents can follow up: How do you use this strength in your life? When was a time it helped you?

4. Extensions / Variations

   • Create a “Strength Shield Wall” in classroom/home: display many shields to showcase everyone’s strengths.

   • Revisit later: after a term, students can review if their strengths have changed or grown.

   • Combine with other SEL (social-emotional learning) activities: e.g. using strengths to set goals or overcome challenges.

Everyone has strengths—even ones they don’t always notice. The Strength Shield worksheet is a simple but powerful way to help kids see their own talents, feel proud, and grow. Print out your shield, let creativity flow, and celebrate what makes you you!