Lesson Plan
Choice Challenge Game Plan
Students will engage in a series of timed dilemma-response rounds to practice CASEL’s Responsible Decision-Making, articulating choices and reasoning under time pressure.
This lesson fosters critical thinking, accountability, and quick yet thoughtful decision-making—skills vital for real-life dilemmas and academic success.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Game Setup
5 minutes
Step 3
Choice Challenge Rounds
20 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Debrief
8 minutes
Step 5
Winner Debrief Cool-Down
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Choice Challenge: Game Overview
Rules & Game Flow
Team Roles & Setup
Rounds & Timer
Scoring with Rubric
Sample Round
Game
Rubric
Cool Down
