Goal Setting Adventure

Trajea Sweat

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Goal Setting Adventure

Learn to set realistic and achievable goals

In this lesson, students will learn about setting realistic and achievable goals. Through interactive discussions and activities, they will understand the steps required to accomplish their goals. This is an important skill for young students as it helps to foster a growth mindset and build resilience.

Audience

Grade 4 Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Learn to set realistic and achievable goals

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens/pencils, Whiteboard and markers, Goal Setting Worksheet, and Goal Setting Exit Ticket

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Begin the lesson by asking students what a goal is.
Discuss why setting goals is important.
Introduce the concept of realistic and achievable goals.

Step 2

Guided Discussion

10 mins

Discuss the steps to set a goal:
1. Identify what you want to achieve.
2. Break it down into smaller steps.
3. Set a timeline.
4. Identify possible obstacles and solutions.
5. Track your progress.
Use examples relevant to Grade 4 students.

Step 3

Activity: Goal Setting

20 mins

Distribute the Goal Setting Worksheet.
Have students identify one personal goal and use the steps discussed to outline their plan.
Allow students to share their goals with a partner and provide feedback.

Step 4

Class Discussion

15 mins

Invite students to share their goals and plans with the class.
Discuss common obstacles and potential solutions.
Encourage students by highlighting the importance of perseverance.

Step 5

Closure and Exit Ticket

5 mins

Summarize the key points of the lesson.
Hand out the Goal Setting Exit Ticket.
Collect the exit tickets as students leave.

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Discussion

Goal Setting Discussion

A guided discussion to help students understand the importance and steps of goal setting.

Why is it important to set goals?

Encourage students to think about how goals give direction and purpose.

What are the steps to setting a goal?

Review the steps discussed in the lesson: identifying the goal, breaking it down, setting a timeline, identifying obstacles, and tracking progress.

Can you share an example of a goal you have set before?

Ask students to share personal experiences and discuss what made their goals successful or challenging.

Worksheet

Goal Setting Worksheet

A worksheet to help students practice setting a realistic and achievable goal.

What is one personal goal you want to achieve?

Think of something specific and important to you.

Break down your goal into smaller steps.

List at least three steps you will need to take.

Set a timeline for your goal.

When do you want to achieve each step?

Identify possible obstacles and how you will overcome them.

Think about challenges you might face and solutions to those challenges.

How will you track your progress?

Describe how you will keep track of the steps you have completed.

Quiz

Goal Setting Exit Ticket

Answer Key

Goal Setting Exit Ticket Answer Key

The key for the Goal Setting Exit Ticket to help teachers quickly check students' answers.

What is the first step in setting a goal?

Identifying what you want to achieve
The first step is to identify what you want to achieve so you have a clear direction.

Why is it important to set a timeline for your goal?

It helps you stay on track
Setting a timeline helps you stay on track and ensures you work regularly towards your goal.

Name one way to overcome obstacles when working towards a goal.

Develop solutions
Developing solutions to obstacles ensures that you can keep progressing towards your goal without getting stuck.