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Goal Setting Adventure

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Goal Setting Adventure

Goal Setting

This lesson introduces young students to the concept of goal setting through a fun and interactive adventure-themed activity. Goal setting is an important skill that helps students develop a sense of purpose and direction in their learning and personal lives.

Audience

Kindergarten and 1st Grade

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Restorative Practices, Active Learning

Materials

Goal Setting Adventure Map printable, Stickers, Markers, Discussion Questions, and Goal Setting Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Welcome students and introduce the concept of goal setting.
  • Explain that setting goals is like planning an adventure, where they decide what they want to achieve and how they will reach their destination.
  • Show the "Goal Setting Adventure Map" and explain that they will go on an adventure today to set their own goals.

Step 2

Adventure Activity

15 minutes

  • Hand out the "Goal Setting Adventure Map" printable to each student.
  • Explain the different areas on the map (e.g., Goal Island, Planning Path,Success Mountain) and how they relate to setting and achieving goals.
  • Guide students through each area on the map:
    • At Goal Island, students think about a simple goal they want to achieve (e.g., reading a book, learning to tie their shoes).
    • On Planning Path, students draw or write steps they can take to achieve their goal.
    • At Success Mountain, students imagine and draw a picture of themselves achieving their goal.
  • Use stickers to mark their progress on the map.

Step 3

Discussion

5 minutes

  • Use the provided discussion questions to prompt a conversation about the activity.
  • Encourage students to share their goals and the steps they plan to take.
  • Discuss how it feels to set a goal and imagine achieving it.

Step 4

Worksheet Completion

5 minutes

  • Hand out the "Goal Setting Worksheet" to each student.
  • Guide students to write or draw their goal and the steps they will take to achieve it.
  • Allow students to share their worksheets with a partner or the class.

Step 5

Closure

5 minutes

  • Summarize the importance of setting goals and how it helps them in their learning and life.
  • Celebrate their efforts and encourage them to keep working towards their goals.
  • Remind them that they can keep their "Goal Setting Adventure Map" to track their progress.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

Questions to guide a class discussion on goal setting after the activity.

What goal did you set during the adventure?

Encourage students to share their goals and celebrate their ideas.







What are some steps you will take to achieve your goal?

Discuss the importance of planning and taking small steps towards achieving their goals.







How do you feel when you think about reaching your goal?

Explore the emotions associated with setting and achieving goals, reinforcing positive feelings and motivation.







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Worksheet

Goal Setting Worksheet

A worksheet to help students define their goal and outline steps to achieve it.

What's your goal?

Draw or write a simple goal you want to achieve.







What steps will you take to reach your goal?

Draw or write the steps you need to take.







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Worksheet

Goal Setting Adventure Map

A printable map for students to use in their goal-setting adventure. It includes areas like Goal Island, Planning Path, and Success Mountain.




Goal Island: Think about a simple goal you want to achieve.







Planning Path: Draw or write the steps you can take to achieve your goal.







Success Mountain: Imagine and draw a picture of yourself achieving your goal.




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