Organizational Skills Quest

Jennifer Marries

Tier 3

Lesson Plan

Organizational Skills Quest

Improve organization with assignments

This lesson engages students in a game-based and inquiry-based learning experience to enhance their organizational skills. Students will participate in a fun and interactive activity that simulates real-life scenarios requiring organization, followed by a reflective worksheet to consolidate their learning. This lesson is crucial for helping students with IEPs develop essential skills for managing their schoolwork effectively, fostering independence and confidence.

Audience

Middle School Students with IEPs

Time

45 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning, Restorative Practices

Materials

Worksheet: Organization Reflection, and Activity Materials: Task Cards, Timer, Prizes

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of organization in school and daily life.
Ask students to share any challenges they face with organizing their assignments.

Step 2

Game-Based Activity

20 mins

Divide students into small groups and provide each group with a set of task cards.
Explain the rules: Each group must organize the tasks in the most efficient order to complete them within a set time.
Use a timer to add excitement and challenge.
Offer small prizes for the group that organizes their tasks most effectively.

Step 3

Inquiry-Based Reflection

10 mins

Distribute the 'Organization Reflection' worksheet.
Guide students to reflect on the strategies they used during the activity and how they can apply these strategies to their school assignments.

Step 4

Restorative Circle

5 mins

Gather students in a circle to share their thoughts on the activity.
Encourage students to discuss what they learned about organization and how they plan to improve their skills.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Summarize key takeaways from the lesson.
Remind students of the importance of organization and encourage them to apply the strategies discussed in their daily routines.

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Worksheet

Organization Reflection Worksheet

This worksheet helps students reflect on their organizational strategies used during the activity and how they can apply these strategies to their schoolwork.

What strategies did you use to organize the tasks during the activity?

Think about the order and method you chose.

How did organizing the tasks help you complete them more efficiently?

Consider the time saved and ease of completion.

What challenges did you face while organizing the tasks?

Reflect on any difficulties or obstacles.

How can you apply these organizational strategies to your school assignments?

Think about your current homework and projects.