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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.

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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

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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

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Warm Up

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Cool Down

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Start Smart Habits

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