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.

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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

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Ready for the Real World?

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Exploring Morning Routines

Exploring Afternoon Routines

Exploring Evening Routines

Brainstorm Your Day

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Cynthia Searcy

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