New Year, New Goals!

Jade Hodge

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

New Year, New Goals!

Goal Setting for the New Year

In this lesson, students will learn about the importance of setting goals for the New Year. Through a combination of reading, discussion, and a hands-on activity, students will explore what goals are, why they are important, and how to set achievable ones. This lesson is important as it helps young learners develop planning and self-regulation skills, which are crucial for personal growth and success.

Audience

Believers (Ages 7-8)

Time

30 Mins

Approach

Project-Based Learning, Active Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning

Materials

Post-it notes, Markers, Goal Setting Reading, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion about the New Year and what it means to start fresh.
Ask students if they have heard of New Year's resolutions or goals.

Step 2

Reading Activity

5 mins

Distribute the 'Goal Setting Reading' handout.
Read together as a class, pausing to explain any difficult words or concepts.

Step 3

Discussion

10 mins

Use the 'Discussion Questions' to guide a conversation about the reading.
Encourage students to share their thoughts and ideas about setting goals.

Step 4

Goal Setting Activity

8 mins

Provide each student with post-it notes and markers.
Ask them to write down one goal they want to achieve this year.
Have students share their goals with the class and stick their post-it notes on a 'Goal Wall'.

Step 5

Closure

2 mins

Recap the importance of setting goals and how it can help them achieve their dreams.
Encourage students to think about how they can work towards their goals every day.

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Discussion

Goal Setting Discussion

A guided discussion to help students reflect on the importance of setting goals and how they can achieve them.

What is a goal?

Discuss the definition of a goal and provide examples.

Why is it important to set goals?

Explore the benefits of having goals, such as motivation and direction.

Can you think of a goal you have achieved before? How did it feel?

Encourage students to share personal experiences and feelings of accomplishment.

Reading

Goal Setting Reading

A short reading passage that introduces the concept of goal setting and its importance for personal growth.

Goal Setting for the New Year

Setting goals is like making a plan for what you want to achieve. Goals help us focus on what is important and give us a path to follow. When we set goals, we can work towards them step by step. This New Year, think about what you want to achieve and how you can make it happen!