Lesson Plan
Real World Readiness Plan
Students will identify and plan key daily routines and self-care tasks through interactive discussion, timeline mapping, hands-on checklists, and personal reflection to build independence and life skills.
Teaching daily routines and self-care empowers students with critical life skills, fostering independence and confidence as they transition beyond school. This lesson builds foundational habits for real-world success.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Goal Setting
5 minutes
Step 2
Explore Daily Routines
10 minutes
Step 3
Morning-to-Evening Timeline Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Self-Care Checklist Stations
20 minutes
Step 5
One New Habit Reflection
5 minutes
Step 6
Conclusion and Assessment
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Ready for the Real World?
Lesson Objectives
Exploring Morning Routines
Exploring Afternoon Routines
Exploring Evening Routines
Brainstorm Your Day
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