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Look Good, Feel Good

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Lesson Plan

Look Good, Feel Good

Students will create a personal daily hygiene and maintenance routine and explain its importance in social and academic settings.

This lesson is important because understanding and practicing self-care and good hygiene builds confidence, improves social interactions, and contributes to overall well-being, both in and out of school.

Audience

11th Grade

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Discussion, guided activity, and independent reflection.

Materials

Whiteboard or projector, Daily Routine Builder Slide Deck, My Morning and Evening Checklist Worksheet, and Pens/Pencils

Prep

Preparation Steps

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: Connecting Self-Care and Confidence

5 minutes

  • Teacher (5 minutes): Begin by asking students: "How does taking care of yourself physically affect how you feel and how others perceive you?" Lead a brief discussion, encouraging students to share their initial thoughts. Emphasize that self-care goes beyond just looking good; it's about feeling good too.
  • Teacher: Introduce the concept of first impressions and how they are formed. Use Slide 1 to set the stage.

Step 2

Building a Personal Routine

10 minutes

  • Teacher (10 minutes): Transition to discussing daily hygiene and self-care routines. Use Slide 2-4 to guide the conversation on key areas like personal hygiene, grooming, and mental well-being practices.
  • Teacher: Distribute the My Morning and Evening Checklist Worksheet. Instruct students to individually brainstorm and jot down current or ideal steps for their morning and evening routines. Encourage them to think broadly about physical and mental well-being.
  • Students: Complete the worksheet individually.

Step 3

Discussing First Impressions & The 'Why'

10 minutes

  • Teacher (10 minutes): After students have worked on their routines, bring the class back together. Use Slide 5 to prompt a discussion about the impact of a well-maintained routine on first impressions in various settings (job interviews, new friendships, academic presentations).
  • Teacher: Ask students to share one or two elements from their routine that they feel significantly contribute to feeling prepared and confident for the day. Discuss how consistency in self-care reflects respect for oneself and others.
  • Students: Share and discuss in a large group or small groups.

Step 4

Action Plan Creation & Wrap-Up

5 minutes

  • Teacher (5 minutes): Use Slide 6 to guide students in creating a small, actionable goal from their worksheet that they can implement this week. Emphasize starting small and building consistency.
  • Teacher: Conclude by reinforcing the idea that a thoughtful self-care routine is an investment in their overall success and happiness.
  • Students: Write down one action item on their worksheet or in a notebook.
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Slide Deck

Look Good, Feel Good: Self-Care & First Impressions

Your daily routine, your confidence, your impact.

Why is taking care of ourselves important?

Welcome students. Briefly introduce the topic and its relevance to their lives. Emphasize that this isn't just about appearance, but about holistic well-being and its ripple effect.

What is Personal Hygiene?

  • More Than Just Clean: It's about health, comfort, and presentation.
  • Daily Habits: Showering, brushing teeth, clean clothes, hair care.
  • Impact on Health: Prevents illness, promotes well-being.

Lead a discussion: What does "personal hygiene" mean to you? Why is it important beyond just smelling good?

Beyond Hygiene: The Power of Self-Care

  • Physical Self-Care: Nutrition, sleep, exercise.
  • Mental & Emotional Self-Care: Stress management, mindfulness, relaxation, setting boundaries.
  • Social Self-Care: Healthy relationships, positive interactions.

Discuss various aspects of self-care. Ask: What are some ways you already practice self-care?

Building Your Routine: Morning & Evening

  • Consistency is Key: Small, regular actions make a big difference.
  • Morning Boost: Prepare for the day, feel awake and ready.
  • Evening Wind-Down: Reflect, recharge, prepare for restful sleep.
  • It's Personal: What works for one, might not work for all!

Explain how a routine helps. Transition to the worksheet. Emphasize that a routine doesn't have to be rigid, but a framework.

First Impressions: Making Your Mark

  • It Matters: Job interviews, new friendships, presentations.
  • Confidence Shines: When you feel good, it shows!
  • Beyond Appearance: Punctuality, eye contact, listening.
  • Your Routine = Your Readiness: How does your routine help you show up confidently?

Initiate a discussion about first impressions. Ask: What makes a good first impression? How does how you feel about yourself impact this?

Your Action Plan: Start Small, Start Now!

  • Choose ONE: What's one small step you can take this week?
  • Be Specific: When, where, and how will you do it?
  • Why it Matters: How will this step help you feel good and make a positive impression?
  • Reflection: How did it feel to create this plan?

Encourage students to pick one small, achievable goal from their worksheet to focus on this week. Remind them that self-care is an ongoing journey.

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Worksheet

My Morning and Evening Checklist: Self-Care for Confidence!

Creating a personal routine helps you feel prepared, confident, and ready to tackle your day and wind down peacefully. Use this checklist to brainstorm your ideal morning and evening self-care habits. Remember, consistency is key!

Part 1: My Morning Routine (Preparing for Success)

Think about what you do, or could do, to start your day feeling fresh, energized, and ready for social and academic settings. Be specific!

Examples: Shower, brush teeth, get dressed, eat breakfast, pack bag, review schedule, stretch, listen to music, tidy room.

  1. What time do you (or will you) wake up?


  2. What 3-5 hygiene steps are essential for you in the morning?















  3. What 1-2 other self-care activities help you feel ready for the day (e.g., eating breakfast, light exercise, reviewing notes, positive affirmations)?






Part 2: My Evening Routine (Winding Down & Recharging)

Consider what you do, or could do, to relax, reflect, and prepare for a good night's sleep. This helps you recover and be ready for the next day.

Examples: Brush teeth, wash face, organize clothes for tomorrow, read, journal, light stretching, avoid screens, talk to family, plan for tomorrow.

  1. What time do you (or will you) aim to start winding down for bed?


  2. What 3-5 hygiene steps are essential for you in the evening?















  3. What 1-2 other self-care activities help you relax and prepare for sleep (e.g., reading, journaling, light stretching, preparing lunch for tomorrow)?






Part 3: My Action Plan for This Week!

Based on your brainstorm, pick ONE small, achievable step you want to focus on implementing into your routine this week. What will it be?

My Action Step:





How will this help me feel more confident or make a better impression?










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