Lesson Plan
Routine Blueprint
In a focused 20-minute one-on-one session, the student will define a SMART daily routine goal, choose a mini habit challenge, record progress on a tracker, and reflect on their routine using a rubric.
Building consistent routines and self-monitoring skills empowers the student to develop positive behaviors, boost confidence, and achieve personalized success by setting clear goals and tracking progress.
Audience
6th Grade Student
Time
20 minutes
Approach
Guided goal-setting, hands-on tracking, reflective discussion.
Prep
Preparation
5 minutes
- Review the Routine Blueprint lesson plan to familiarize yourself with session flow and differentiation strategies.
- Preview the Steps to Success Slide Deck and note key discussion prompts.
- Print one copy each of the My Daily Tracker Worksheet and the Routine Reflection Rubric.
- Gather visuals or examples of morning, afternoon, and evening routines for scaffolding.
Step 1
Introduction & Check-In
3 minutes
- Welcome the student and review today’s objective.
- Briefly revisit any previously set goals or progress from the last session.
- Display Slide 1 of the Steps to Success Slide Deck to outline the agenda.
Step 2
Goal-Setting & Routine Definition
7 minutes
- Guide the student to identify one part of their daily routine to improve (e.g., homework start, morning prep).
- Help them craft a SMART goal and write it at the top of the My Daily Tracker Worksheet.
- Provide visuals or sentence starters as needed for differentiation.
Step 3
Tracking & Mini Habit Challenge
5 minutes
- Introduce the Mini Habit Challenge Activity.
- Support the student in choosing a small, achievable habit linked to their routine goal.
- Model how to record daily progress on the My Daily Tracker Worksheet.
- Encourage commitment to the mini habit each day for the week.
Step 4
Reflection & Review
5 minutes
- Ask the student to self-assess their plan using the Routine Reflection Rubric.
- Discuss rubric ratings and identify one strategy to overcome potential obstacles.
- Confirm the mini habit plan and schedule the next check-in.
Slide Deck
Steps to Success
Today’s agenda:
- Define a SMART routine goal
- Choose a mini habit challenge
- Record progress daily
- Reflect and plan next steps
Welcome the student. Briefly review the session objective: building a daily routine through goal-setting and tracking. Explain that this deck will guide them through each step.
1. Define Your SMART Goal
SMART stands for:
• Specific: Clear and focused
• Measurable: Trackable progress
• Achievable: Realistic for you
• Relevant: Linked to your routine
• Time-bound: Has a deadline
What part of your routine will you improve?
Introduce SMART goals. Ask the student to name one routine they’d like to improve (e.g., starting homework on time). Offer sentence starters as needed.
2. Mini Habit Challenge
Choose one small habit that supports your goal:
• e.g., 5 minutes of quiet reading after school
• e.g., laying out homework materials before dinner
Write your mini habit below:
Explain that a mini habit is a tiny, manageable action tied to the big goal. Guide the student to pick one small step they can commit to each day.
3. Track Your Progress
Use your daily tracker to record:
• Date
• Did I complete my mini habit? ✅ or ❌
• Quick note on how it went
Track every day this week!
Show the My Daily Tracker Worksheet. Model how to mark each day when the habit is done. Encourage honesty and consistency.
4. Reflect & Plan Ahead
At week’s end, rate yourself:
- How well did I stick to my habit?
- What helped me succeed?
- What challenges did I face?
Use these insights to set your next goal.
Introduce the Routine Reflection Rubric. Prompt the student to self-assess and brainstorm one adjustment for improvement.
Worksheet
My Daily Tracker Worksheet
Student Name: _______________________ Week of: _______________________
| Date | Completed (✅ or ❌) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | ||
| Tuesday | ||
| Wednesday | ||
| Thursday | ||
| Friday | ||
| Saturday | ||
| Sunday |
Use this tracker each day to mark whether you completed your mini habit and jot down a quick note about how it went.
Activity
Mini Habit Challenge Activity
Objective: Guide the student to select a tiny, manageable daily habit that supports their SMART routine goal and commit to tracking it each day.
Materials:
- A list of mini habit examples (e.g., cards or printed list)
- My Daily Tracker Worksheet
Instructions:
-
Brainstorm Habits (2 minutes)
• Together, list 4–5 very small actions that could support the student’s routine goal.
– e.g., placing homework folder on desk, reading one page, laying out tomorrow’s clothes. -
Choose Your Mini Habit (3 minutes)
• Ask the student to pick the simplest habit they feel they can do every day, even on busy days.
• Have them state it in one sentence: “I will _____.” -
Specify When & Where (3 minutes)
• Identify a clear trigger (e.g., right after school, before dinner).
• Write down exactly when and where they’ll do it. -
Quick Trial & Role-Play (4 minutes)
• Role-play or verbally walk through the action once.
• Prompt: “Show me how you’ll remember and do this habit.” -
Record Commitment (3 minutes)
• Have the student write their mini habit at the top of the My Daily Tracker Worksheet.
• Choose a symbol (star, checkmark) they’ll use each day to mark completion.
Reflection Check (3 minutes):
- Ask: “On a scale of 1–5, how confident are you that you can do this mini habit every day this week?”
- Record the confidence rating on the worksheet and discuss one support or reminder that might help if confidence is low.
Next Steps:
- Confirm the plan, set a reminder (alarm or sticky note), and schedule the next check-in to review the tracker and reflections.
Rubric
Routine Reflection Rubric
Use this rubric to rate and reflect on your mini habit plan at the end of the week. Circle the score that best describes your performance for each criterion.
| Criteria | 3 – Exemplary | 2 – Satisfactory | 1 – Needs Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Habit Consistency | Completed the mini habit every day as planned. | Missed the habit 1–2 times but showed effort to complete it. | Missed the habit more than 2 times with minimal effort. |
| Strategy Application | Identified and effectively used multiple strategies to stay on track. | Used at least one strategy with moderate success. | Struggled to identify or apply strategies to overcome challenges. |
| Reflection Depth | Provided detailed, thoughtful insights with specific examples. | Provided a basic reflection with some examples. | Provided limited or vague reflection with no clear examples. |
After circling your scores, answer the questions below:
- What helped you stick to your habit this week?
- What challenges did you face, and how did you address them?
- What is one change you will make next week to improve your routine?
- On a scale of 1–5, how confident are you that you can follow through with this change next week? Why?
Use your reflections to set your next SMART goal and mini habit plan.
Good luck taking your next steady steps!