Lesson Plan

Dream to Plan Sequence

Students will explore personal dreams and values, convert one aspiration into a SMART goal, and craft a symbolic dreamcatcher. By lesson's end, each student will have a clear goal and a creative artifact representing their mission.

This lesson promotes self-awareness, goal-setting, and planning skills essential for lifelong success. Crafting a dreamcatcher makes abstract aspirations tangible and fosters reflection, motivation, and engagement.

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Teacher Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up and Introduction

10 minutes

Step 2

Dream Exploration

10 minutes

Step 3

Goal Setting

10 minutes

Step 4

Dreamcatcher Craft

15 minutes

Step 5

Reflection and Sharing

5 minutes

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Dreamcatcher Inspiration

Dreamcatcher Gallery

What Is a Dream?

What Is a Goal?

Dreams vs. Goals

Introducing SMART Goals

SMART: Specific & Measurable

SMART: Achievable & Relevant

SMART: Time-Bound

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Journal

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Dreamcatcher

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