Lesson Plan
Decision-Making Detective - Session 1
Students will assess their current decision-making strategies via a self-scored pre-test, learn CASEL’s five-step decision-making process, and apply these steps in small-group scenarios to build foundational skills.
Identifying existing habits through a pre-test informs instruction; practicing real-world scenarios helps students internalize a structured approach for thoughtful choices.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Gather and Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Think-Pair-Share
2 minutes
Step 2
Pre-Test: Self-Assessment
5 minutes
Step 3
Introduce the Five-Step Model
3 minutes
Step 4
Interactive Scenario Activity
3 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down: Quick Reflection
2 minutes
Slide Deck
Decision-Making Detective: Session 1
Warm-Up: What Is a Decision?
Pre-Test: Self-Assessment
CASEL Five-Step Decision-Making Model
Group Activity: Apply the Steps
Reflection: Your Next Decision
Lesson Plan
Decision-Making Detective - Session 2
Students will reinforce CASEL’s five-step decision-making model through a new scenario, complete a self-scored post-test to measure growth, and reflect on their improved strategies.
A post-test and reflection solidify learning by showing students their progress and reinforcing thoughtful decision-making as a lifelong habit.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Session Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Quick Review: Five-Step Model
2 minutes
Step 2
Group Activity: New Scenario Application
5 minutes
Step 3
Post-Test: Self-Assessment
5 minutes
Step 4
Final Reflection & Share
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Decision-Making Detective: Session 2
Quick Review: Five-Step Model
Group Activity: Complex Scenario
Post-Test: Self-Assessment
Reflection: Growth & Confidence
Worksheet
Worksheet
Activity
Activity
Worksheet
