The Mirror of Self-Reflection

Micaela Flynn

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

The Mirror of Self-Reflection

Enhance self-awareness

This lesson focuses on helping students develop self-awareness by reflecting on their strengths, weaknesses, and interests. Through guided activities, students will create a self-reflection journal, which serves as a tool for personal growth. This lesson is important as it encourages introspection, helping students understand themselves better, which is crucial for personal development and decision-making.

Audience

10th Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Enhance self-awareness

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens, Self-Reflection Worksheet, Discussion Questions, and Self-Reflection Journal Template

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on the importance of self-awareness.
Ask students what they think self-awareness means and why it might be important.
Introduce the concept of a self-reflection journal as a tool for personal growth.

Step 2

Self-Reflection Activity

20 mins

Distribute the Self-Reflection Worksheet.
Guide students to reflect on their strengths, weaknesses, and interests.
Encourage them to write down their thoughts honestly and openly.

Step 3

Discussion

15 mins

Use the Discussion Questions to facilitate a conversation about self-awareness.
Encourage students to share their reflections if they feel comfortable.
Discuss how understanding oneself can impact personal and academic life.

Step 4

Journal Creation

10 mins

Provide students with the Self-Reflection Journal Template.
Instruct them on how to use the template to create their own journal.
Encourage them to continue using the journal beyond the lesson for ongoing self-reflection.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Recap the key points discussed in the lesson.
Encourage students to set a goal for themselves based on their reflections.
Thank students for their participation and openness.

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Discussion

Self-Reflection Discussion

A guided discussion to help students explore the concept of self-awareness and its importance.

What does self-awareness mean to you?

Encourage students to think about how self-awareness can influence their decisions and relationships.

Why is it important to understand our strengths and weaknesses?

Discuss how knowing strengths can boost confidence and how recognizing weaknesses can lead to improvement.

How can self-awareness impact your future goals?

Guide students to consider how self-awareness can help in setting realistic and meaningful goals.

Worksheet

Self-Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet to guide students in reflecting on their personal strengths, weaknesses, and interests.

List three strengths you believe you have.

Think about skills or qualities you are proud of.

Identify two areas where you feel you could improve.

Consider challenges you face or skills you want to develop.

What are three interests or activities you enjoy?

Reflect on hobbies or subjects that excite you.

Reading

Self-Reflection Journal Template

A template to help students create their own self-reflection journal for ongoing personal growth.

Self-Reflection Journal Template

Date:

Today's Reflection:

What did I learn about myself today?
How did I feel about my actions and decisions?

Goals for Tomorrow:

What is one thing I want to improve or focus on?

Gratitude:

List three things you are grateful for today.