Lesson Plan
Start Smart Habits Lesson Plan
Students will identify and practice four key morning habits—making their bed, brushing teeth, eating a healthy breakfast, and packing their backpack—to build a consistent start‐of‐day routine that supports personal responsibility.
Strong morning routines foster independence, improve focus, and promote healthy choices. Teaching these habits early helps 2nd graders set a positive tone for learning and life skills development.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Morning Move & Groove
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction: Why Routines Matter
3 minutes
Step 3
Interactive Presentation
7 minutes
Step 4
Group Activity: Routine Sorting Game
7 minutes
Step 5
Independent Practice: Checklist Worksheet
5 minutes
Step 6
Assessment & Reflection: Exit Ticket
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Start Smart Habits
Why Routines Matter
Habit #1: Make Your Bed
Habit #2: Brush Your Teeth
Habit #3: Eat a Healthy Breakfast
Habit #4: Pack Your Backpack
Review Our Four Morning Habits
Thumbs Up or Down?
Let’s Play: Healthy or Not?
Your Morning Checklist

Activity


Worksheet


Warm Up


Cool Down

