Obstacle Course: Goal Setting Challenge

Name: _________________________ Date: __________________

Have you ever wanted to achieve something, but something got in your way? That "something" is an obstacle! In this activity, we'll practice identifying goals and thinking about how to overcome common roadblocks.

Part 1: My SMART Goal

Think about a goal you want to achieve. It could be about school, a hobby, a personal skill, or anything important to you. Make it a SMART goal:

• Specific: What exactly do you want to achieve?
• Measurable: How will you know when you've reached it?
• Achievable: Is it realistic for you?
• Relevant: Is it important to you and your values?
• Time-bound: When do you want to achieve it by?

My SMART Goal:

Part 2: Identifying Obstacles

Now, think about what might get in the way of you achieving your SMART goal. List at least three potential obstacles.

1. Obstacle 1:
   
   
   
2. Obstacle 2:
   
   
   
3. Obstacle 3:
   
   
   

Part 3: Navigating the Obstacle Course

For each obstacle you identified, brainstorm at least one strategy or solution to overcome it. How will you get around, through, or over this roadblock?

1. For Obstacle 1, my strategy is:
   
   
   
   
   
   
2. For Obstacle 2, my strategy is:
   
   
   
   
   
   
3. For Obstacle 3, my strategy is:
   
   
   
   
   
   

Part 4: Reflection

Why is it important to think about obstacles and solutions before you start working towards a goal?

Goal Getters Game: Overcoming Obstacles

Objective: To quickly identify potential obstacles to a given goal and brainstorm effective solutions.

Players: Small groups of 3-4 students.

Materials:

• Small slips of paper or index cards with goal scenarios (provided below).
• Pens/pencils.
• Timer (optional).

How to Play:

1. Divide into Groups: The teacher will divide the class into small groups of 3-4 students.
2. Draw a Goal Card: Each group will draw one Goal Scenario Card.
3. Brainstorm Obstacles (1 minute): As a group, quickly brainstorm and list as many potential obstacles as you can that might get in the way of achieving the goal on your card. Write these down on a piece of paper.
4. Brainstorm Solutions (2 minutes): For each obstacle you identified, brainstorm at least one concrete solution or strategy to overcome it. Write these next to your obstacles.
5. Share and Discuss: After the time is up (or when groups are ready), each group will share their goal, the obstacles they identified, and their proposed solutions with the class.
6. Teacher Feedback & Points (Optional): The teacher can provide feedback on the creativity and practicality of the solutions. If desired, points can be awarded for the most obstacles identified, the most creative solutions, or the most realistic solutions.
7. New Round: If time permits, groups can draw a new Goal Scenario Card and repeat the process.

Goal Scenario Cards

(Teacher: Cut these into individual slips of paper)

--- CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ---

Goal Scenario 1: "I want to get an A on my next Science test, which is in two weeks."

--- CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ---

Goal Scenario 2: "I want to learn to play a new song on my guitar (or other instrument) by the end of the month."

--- CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ---

Goal Scenario 3: "I want to save enough money to buy a new video game within two months."

--- CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ---

Goal Scenario 4: "I want to try out for the school play (or sports team) next semester."

--- CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ---

Goal Scenario 5: "I want to read one non-school book per month for the rest of the school year."

--- CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ---

Goal Scenario 6: "I want to make a new friend in my class this school year."

--- CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ---

Goal Scenario 7: "I want to help out more with chores around the house every week."

--- CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ---

Goal Scenario 8: "I want to improve my basketball free throw percentage by 10% in the next three weeks."