Lesson Plan

Task Initiation Lesson Plan

Students will learn two practical strategies—the five-second rule and task chunking—to confidently initiate and organize assignments and create personalized step-by-step plans.

Many 7th graders struggle with procrastination and lack a clear starting point on assignments. Learning task initiation skills builds independence, reduces stress, and fosters stronger study habits.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Hook

5 minutes

Step 2

Modeling Strategies

7 minutes

Step 3

Guided Practice

8 minutes

Step 4

Independent Practice

7 minutes

Step 5

Reflection and Closure

3 minutes

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Kickstart Your Tasks

What Stops You?

Strategy 1: The Five-Second Rule

Strategy 2: Task Chunking

Example: Planning a Writing Task

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Independent Practice

Reflection & Closure

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Kickstart Your Tasks

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