Mapping Control and Influence

Gianna Akerberg

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Mapping Control and Influence

Understand control vs. influence

In this lesson, students will explore the concepts of control and influence through interactive group activities and discussions. They will create a visual map to identify what they can control and what they can influence in their lives. This lesson is important as it helps students develop self-awareness and decision-making skills, empowering them to focus on areas where they can make a difference.

Audience

4th Grade Students

Time

50 mins

Approach

Understand control vs. influence

Materials

Whiteboard and markers, Large sheets of paper, Colored pencils or markers, Control vs. Influence Discussion Questions, and Circle of Control Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what 'control' and 'influence' mean.
Ask students to share examples of things they feel they can control and things they can influence.

Step 2

Group Activity: Circle of Control

15 mins

Divide students into small groups and provide each group with a large sheet of paper and colored pencils.
Instruct them to draw two circles: one inside the other.
Label the inner circle 'Control' and the outer circle 'Influence'.
Have students brainstorm and write down items in each circle that they feel they can control or influence.

Step 3

Class Discussion

10 mins

Reconvene as a class and discuss the items each group placed in their circles.
Use the 'Control vs. Influence Discussion Questions' to guide the conversation.
Encourage students to think about why certain items are in the control circle and others in the influence circle.

Step 4

Individual Reflection

10 mins

Distribute the 'Circle of Control Worksheet' to each student.
Ask students to individually fill out their own circles based on personal experiences.
Encourage them to think about how they can focus on their circle of control in daily life.

Step 5

Closure

10 mins

Invite students to share one thing they learned about control and influence.
Summarize the key points of the lesson.
Encourage students to apply these concepts in real-life situations.

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Discussion

Control vs. Influence Discussion

A guided discussion to help students differentiate between what they can control and what they can influence.

What are some things you can control in your life?

Encourage students to think about personal actions, choices, and attitudes.

What are some things you can influence but not control?

Guide students to consider relationships, group dynamics, and external events.

Why is it important to focus on what we can control?

Discuss how focusing on control can reduce stress and increase effectiveness.

Worksheet

Circle of Control Worksheet

A worksheet for students to individually map out their personal circle of control and influence.

List three things you can control in your life.

Think about your actions, choices, and attitudes.

List three things you can influence but not control.

Consider your relationships, group activities, and external events.

Reflect on how focusing on your circle of control can help you in daily life.

Think about stress reduction and personal effectiveness.