Daily Living Skills Adventure

Mackenzie Tallent

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Daily Living Skills Adventure

Develop daily living skills

This lesson engages 1st-grade students in a game-based learning activity to develop daily living skills. Through an interactive and fun adventure game, students will practice essential skills such as following instructions, teamwork, and problem-solving. This lesson is important as it helps young learners build confidence and independence in their daily routines.

Audience

1st Grade Small Group

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Printable Adventure Cards, Game Instructions, Timer, and Small Prizes

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Gather students in a circle and introduce the topic of daily living skills.
Explain that they will be playing a fun adventure game to practice these skills.
Briefly discuss what daily living skills are and why they are important.

Step 2

Game Setup

5 mins

Distribute the printable adventure cards to each student.
Explain the rules of the game: students will complete tasks on the cards to earn points.
Set up a timer for each task to add excitement and urgency.

Step 3

Adventure Game

15 mins

Begin the game by reading the first task aloud and starting the timer.
Encourage students to work together and help each other complete the tasks.
Monitor the game, offering guidance and support as needed.
Award points for each completed task and small prizes for participation.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

Gather students back in a circle to discuss the game.
Ask students to share what they learned about daily living skills.
Highlight the importance of teamwork and problem-solving in daily life.
Congratulate students on their participation and effort.

Worksheet

Printable Adventure Cards

These cards contain tasks related to daily living skills for the adventure game.

Brush your teeth for 2 minutes.

Tie your shoelaces.

Set the table for a meal.

Sort laundry by color.

Pack a healthy snack.

Organize your school bag.

Wash your hands properly.

Button up a shirt.

Reading

Game Instructions

Instructions for the daily living skills adventure game.

Game Instructions

Objective: Complete as many tasks as possible to earn points.
Setup: Distribute adventure cards to each student.
Rules:
- Each task must be completed within the time limit.
- Students can help each other but must complete their own tasks.
- Points are awarded for each completed task.
Winning: The student with the most points wins a small prize.
Have Fun: Encourage creativity and teamwork!