Lesson Plan
Ready, Set, Go? Lesson Guide
Students will learn to break down assignments into micro-steps to overcome task initiation barriers and build momentum. They will identify and plan micro-steps for an upcoming assignment, boosting confidence and readiness to start work.
Many students struggle to start large tasks. Teaching micro-steps reduces overwhelm, promotes executive function skills, and fosters confidence, helping students initiate and sustain work more effectively.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Opening Rally
5 minutes
Step 2
Speed-Start Brainstorm
7 minutes
Step 3
Micro-Step Mini-Lesson
10 minutes
Step 4
Micro-Step Mapping Activity
15 minutes
Step 5
Reflection Ripple
8 minutes

Slide Deck
Ignite Your Start!
Why Getting Started Is Hard
What Are Micro-Steps?
Why Micro-Steps Work
Model: Breaking Down a Writing Assignment
Visual Map of Micro-Steps
Your Turn: Identify Micro-Steps
Ready, Set, Go!

Script


Warm Up


Activity


Cool Down

