Lesson Plan
Brain Boss Challenge Lesson Plan
Students will learn key executive functioning skills—goal setting, prioritizing, and planning—through guided activities, enabling them to organize assignments, set achievable goals, and create a weekly plan they can use immediately.
Many 7th graders with low grades struggle to manage workloads and feel overwhelmed. Teaching these skills gives them clear strategies to take control of tasks, reduce stress, and build confidence in their academic abilities.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction to Executive Skills
5 minutes
Step 3
Goal Setting Activity
8 minutes
Step 4
Prioritizing Task Challenge
7 minutes
Step 5
Planning with Weekly Planner
3 minutes
Step 6
Exit Ticket & Reflection
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Brain Boss Challenge
Learning Objectives
Prioritizing with the Priority Pyramid
Set SMART Goals
Activity: Set & Sort
Plan Your Week
Exit Ticket & Reflection

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