Morning Choices Mastery

Brytnee Peacock

Tier 3

Lesson Plan

Morning Choices Mastery

Help student prepare for the day

This personalized lesson is designed to help an individual high school student who struggles with making choices in the morning. Through a one-on-one discussion, personalized activity, and a mindfulness video, the student will learn strategies to effectively plan their morning routine. This lesson is important as it empowers the student to start their day positively, reducing stress and improving readiness for school.

Audience

Individual high school student

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning, Trauma-Informed Teaching, Active Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning

Materials

Personalized Discussion Questions, Morning Routine Planning Worksheet, and 5 Minute Meditation: Morning Video

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief introduction about the importance of having a structured morning routine.
Explain how making choices in the morning can set the tone for the rest of the day.

Step 2

Personalized Discussion

10 mins

Use the personalized discussion questions to engage the student in a conversation about their current morning routine and the challenges they face.
Discuss the impact of sleep habits on morning readiness and explore strategies for regulating sleep.
Encourage the student to share their thoughts and experiences.

Step 3

Personalized Activity

10 mins

Provide the Morning Routine Planning Worksheet.
Guide the student through the process of planning their ideal morning routine, focusing on making choices that help them feel prepared and positive.
Encourage the student to think about small, manageable steps they can take.

Step 4

Video

5 mins

Show the 5 Minute Meditation: Morning video.
Encourage the student to reflect on how meditation and mindfulness can be incorporated into their morning routine to enhance focus and positivity.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Recap the key points discussed and learned during the lesson.
Encourage the student to try implementing their planned morning routine and reflect on any changes they notice in their day.

Discussion

Personalized Morning Routine Discussion

A one-on-one discussion to explore the student's current morning routine and challenges, including sleep habits.

What does your current morning routine look like?

Encourage the student to think about each step they take from waking up to leaving for school.

What challenges do you face in the morning?

Guide the student to identify specific obstacles that make mornings difficult.

How do you feel when you start your day with a positive routine?

Help the student connect their emotions and mindset to their morning habits.

How do your sleep habits affect your morning routine?

Discuss the importance of sleep quality and quantity on morning readiness.

What changes can you make to regulate your sleep better?

Explore strategies like setting a consistent bedtime, reducing screen time before bed, and creating a relaxing bedtime routine.

Worksheet

Personalized Morning Routine Planning Worksheet

A worksheet to help the student plan their ideal morning routine.

List three things you currently do every morning.

Identify one change you can make to improve your morning routine.

Think about something small and manageable.

Describe how you will feel after implementing this change.

Consider the positive impact on your mood and readiness for the day.