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Life Skills Kickstart

Lesson Plan

Life Skills Kickstart Lesson Plan

In this 30-minute session, the student will practice sequencing a morning routine, follow a simple meal-prep checklist, and match daily tasks to clock times to build independence.

Mastering these daily living skills enhances self-confidence and prepares the student for independent success at home and beyond, addressing functional goals on their IEP.

Audience

11th Grade Student with Reading/Writing Disability

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Hands-on sorting, checklist-guided cooking, and clock-based exercises.

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

5 minutes

  • Greet the student and explain the session goals.
  • Present Discussion Prompt Cards.
  • Ask open questions about their current morning routine and challenges.
  • Encourage verbal responses; provide sentence starters if needed.

Step 2

Morning Routine Sorting Game

8 minutes

Step 3

Meal Preparation Activity

8 minutes

  • Introduce the Simple Meal Prep Checklist.
  • Demonstrate making a basic sandwich or snack step by step.
  • Have the student follow each checklist item, using visual support.
  • Reinforce independence by prompting only as needed.

Step 4

Time Management Practice

6 minutes

  • Distribute the Time Management Clock Worksheet.
  • Show how to draw clock hands for key times (e.g., 7:00 AM, 12:00 PM).
  • Ask the student to match routine tasks to those times on the worksheet.
  • Offer guidance using visual cues and direct modeling.

Step 5

Wrap-Up and Reflection

3 minutes

  • Review the three skill areas: routine sequencing, meal prep, and time matching.
  • Prompt the student to verbally list steps for morning routine and sandwich making.
  • Praise successes and set one independent practice goal at home.
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Worksheet

Time Management Clock Worksheet

Part A: Draw the Clock Hands

Draw the clock hands to show each time listed below. Use the blank space to draw the circle outline and hands clearly.

  1. 7:00 AM:










  2. 12:00 PM:










  3. 8:30 AM:










Part B: Match Tasks to Clocks

Write the number of the clock (1, 2, or 3) that shows the correct time for each task.

  • Wake up and brush your teeth: ________________


  • Catch the school bus: ________________


  • Eat a sandwich for lunch: ________________


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Worksheet

Simple Meal Prep Checklist

Follow each step to make a basic sandwich. When you finish a step, check the box and write the time you completed it.

  1. Gather your ingredients (bread, spread, filling):
    [ ] Done Time: __________


  2. Place two slices of bread flat on a clean plate:
    [ ] Done Time: __________


  3. Spread butter or peanut butter evenly on one slice:
    [ ] Done Time: __________


  4. Add your filling (cheese, turkey, veggies) on top:
    [ ] Done Time: __________


  5. Place the second slice of bread on top to close the sandwich:
    [ ] Done Time: __________


  6. (Optional) Cut the sandwich in half or quarters:
    [ ] Done Time: __________


  7. Serve your sandwich on a plate and enjoy:
    [ ] Done Time: __________


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Activity

Morning Routine Sorting Game Cards

Cut out the cards below. Shuffle them and then place them in the order you do each step in your morning routine. Use the picture and label on each card to help you.

  1. ⏰ Wake up

  2. 🚶 Get out of bed

  3. 🚿 Go to the bathroom

  4. 🪥 Brush your teeth

  5. 🧴 Wash your face

  6. 👕 Get dressed

  7. 🍳 Eat breakfast

  8. 🎒 Pack your backpack for school

How to play:

• After you cut out all eight cards, mix them up in a pile.

• Spread them out face up and put them in the order you follow every morning.

• When you finish, explain each step to your teacher in the order you placed them.

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Discussion

Discussion Prompt Cards

Use these prompt cards to start a conversation. Shuffle the cards, pick one, and answer aloud. Use the visual icon to guide your response.

  1. ☀️ How do you start your day?





  2. ❓ What is one thing you find difficult in your morning routine?





  3. 🍽️ What do you like to eat for breakfast, and why?



  4. 🕗 What time do you usually wake up? Describe what you do next.





  5. 📝 How do you remember the steps you need to do each morning?





  6. 🏃 What helps you get out the door on time?



  7. 📅 Why is it helpful to plan your morning?





  8. 🍴 Why is eating breakfast important before you leave for school?





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