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Lesson Plan

Wellness Wheel Blueprint

Students will explore the six dimensions of wellness through interactive slides and a guided self-assessment, then set at least one SMART goal to improve an identified area of strength or growth.

This lesson builds self-awareness of holistic health by having students evaluate their physical, emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual, and environmental wellness, then practice goal-setting skills that support long-term well-being.

Audience

11th Grade Class

Time

60 minutes

Approach

Interactive slides, self-assessment wheel, and SMART goal workshop.

Prep

Teacher Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Wellness Dimensions

10 minutes

  • Begin with a 3-minute pair discussion: “What does wellness mean to you?”
  • Show the Six Dimensions Slides covering each dimension with real-life examples.
  • Ask two volunteers to summarize one dimension in their own words.

Step 2

Self-Assessment Wheel Completion

20 minutes

  • Distribute the Self-Assessment Wheel to each student.
  • Instruct students to rate themselves from 1 (low) to 10 (high) on each wellness dimension.
  • Encourage honest reflection and quiet work; circulate to answer questions.

Step 3

Pair and Share

10 minutes

  • Have students pair up to compare their wellness wheel results.
  • Prompt pairs to discuss:
    • Which dimension scored highest and why?
    • Which scored lowest and what factors influenced that rating?

Step 4

Creating SMART Goals

15 minutes

  • Introduce the SMART goal framework (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) on slides.
  • Hand out the Goal-Setting Guide.
  • Students draft one SMART goal targeting their lowest-scored dimension.
  • Teachers circulate to provide guidance on goal clarity and feasibility.

Step 5

Assessment and Closure

5 minutes

  • Collect the completed Goal-Setting Guides.
  • Quickly review goals using the Assessment Key to check SMART criteria adherence.
  • Recap three key takeaways: holistic wellness, self-awareness, and goal-setting skills.
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Slide Deck

The Six Dimensions of Wellness

Explore the six key areas that contribute to overall well-being:

• Physical
• Emotional
• Social
• Intellectual
• Spiritual
• Environmental

Welcome students and introduce the session. Emphasize holistic health and why understanding each dimension matters. Outline today’s flow: definitions, self-assessment, goal-setting.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, you will be able to:

  1. Define each wellness dimension.
  2. Assess your own wellness across all six areas.
  3. Create a SMART goal to improve one dimension.

Walk through each objective so students know what they will accomplish.

Physical Wellness

Definition: The ability to maintain a healthy body through exercise, nutrition, rest, and preventive care.

Example: Exercising 30 minutes a day, eating balanced meals, and getting 8 hours of sleep nightly.

Explain that physical wellness is about caring for your body. Use familiar examples like exercise, sleep, and nutrition.

Emotional Wellness

Definition: The capacity to understand, express, and manage your feelings in healthy ways.

Example: Journaling daily, practicing mindfulness, or talking with a trusted friend when stressed.

Highlight that emotions are valid and managing them is a skill. Share quick coping strategies.

Social Wellness

Definition: Building and maintaining positive, supportive relationships and meaningful social connections.

Example: Joining a club, volunteering, or planning regular meetups with friends.

Describe social wellness as quality relationships and community involvement. Encourage active listening.

Intellectual Wellness

Definition: Engaging your mind in creative and stimulating activities to expand knowledge and skills.

Example: Reading books, solving puzzles, attending workshops, or practicing a new language.

Encourage intellectual curiosity and lifelong learning. Suggest hobbies and reading.

Spiritual Wellness

Definition: Seeking meaning and purpose in life, and living in alignment with your values and beliefs.

Example: Meditating, reflecting on personal values, or spending time in nature.

Clarify that spiritual doesn’t have to be religious; it’s about purpose and values.

Environmental Wellness

Definition: Living and working in spaces that support well-being and taking action to protect the planet.

Example: Keeping a clean workspace, recycling, reducing waste, or enjoying time outdoors.

Point out how your surroundings affect mood and health.

Introducing SMART Goals

To boost your lowest-scoring dimension, use SMART goals:

S – Specific
M – Measurable
A – Achievable
R – Relevant
T – Time-bound

Introduce SMART goals so students know how to translate reflections into action.

Next Steps

  1. Complete your Self-Assessment Wheel worksheet.
  2. Rate each dimension from 1–10.
  3. Identify your lowest score and draft a SMART goal to improve it.

Prepare students for the self-assessment wheel activity next. Remind them to be honest and thoughtful.

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Activity

Self-Assessment Wheel Worksheet

Purpose: Reflect on your wellness across six dimensions by rating and shading each segment of the wheel.

Instructions:

  1. Draw or use the blank wheel template below. Divide the circle into six equal slices.
  2. Label each slice with one of the following dimensions:
    • Physical
    • Emotional
    • Social
    • Intellectual
    • Spiritual
    • Environmental
  3. For each dimension, rate your current wellness level on a scale of 1 (low) to 10 (high). Write the number next to the slice label.
  4. Shade or color each slice up to your self-rating (e.g., shade 7/10 of the slice for a rating of 7).
  5. Once all slices are shaded, connect the outer edges of your shaded areas to see your personal wellness “shape.”

[BLANK WHEEL – teacher: print or project for students to trace]


/|\
/ | \
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\ | /
|/

Note: you may provide a larger, neatly drawn circle divided into six slices instead of the simple sketch above.

Reflection Questions:

  1. Which dimension did you rate highest, and what strengths or habits support that score?




  2. Which dimension did you rate lowest, and what factors influenced that rating?




  3. How do your daily routines or habits align with these ratings?




Once you’ve completed and reflected on your wheel, be ready to share your insights with a partner in the next activity.

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Worksheet

Goal-Setting Guide Worksheet

Purpose: Use the SMART framework to turn your lowest-scoring wellness dimension into a clear, actionable goal.

  1. Focus Dimension
    Which wellness area will you improve? (Physical, Emotional, Social, Intellectual, Spiritual, or Environmental)


  2. General Goal Statement
    Write a one-sentence goal to describe what you want to achieve:



  3. SMART Goal Details
    • Specific: What exactly do you want to accomplish?





    • Measurable: How will you track or measure your progress?





    • Achievable: Is this goal realistic? What skills or resources will help you succeed?





    • Relevant: Why is this goal important to your overall wellness?





    • Time-bound: When will you complete this goal? (Include specific dates or deadlines)




  4. Final SMART Goal
    Combine the elements above into one concise statement:





  5. Action Steps
    List at least three concrete actions you will take to achieve your SMART goal:

  6. __________________________________________

  7. __________________________________________

  8. __________________________________________

  9. Check-In Plan
    When and how will you review your progress? (e.g., weekly reflections, partner check-ins)




  10. Anticipated Challenges & Solutions
    • Challenge: ________________________________


    Solution: ________________________________

• Challenge: ________________________________


Solution: ________________________________

Keep this guide handy and revisit it regularly to stay on track with your wellness goals!

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Answer Key

Assessment Key for Goal-Setting Guide

Total Points: 15
Use this rubric to quickly evaluate each student’s SMART goal worksheet. Assign full, partial, or no credit based on the descriptors below.

CriterionDescriptionPoints
Focus DimensionCorrectly identifies and explains the lowest-scoring wellness dimension as the goal focus.1
General Goal StatementClear, concise statement of what the student intends to achieve.1
Specific (S)Goal outlines exact actions or outcomes (who, what, where).1
Measurable (M)Includes quantifiable metrics or milestones (how much, how many, how will progress be tracked).1
Achievable (A)Realistic given student’s resources, skills, and constraints.1
Relevant (R)Directly tied to improving the selected wellness dimension and aligns with student values.1
Time-bound (T)Specifies a clear deadline or time frame for completion (by when).1
Final SMART GoalIntegrates all SMART elements into one coherent, well-written sentence.2
Action StepsProvides at least three concrete, sequential steps that support the SMART goal. (1 point each, up to 3)3
Check-In PlanSpecifies when and how the student will monitor progress (e.g., weekly reflections, peer check-in).1
Anticipated Challenges & SolutionsIdentifies at least two realistic challenges and proposes effective solutions. (1 point per challenge/solution)2

Teacher Notes & Scoring Guidance:

  1. Skim each section to confirm presence and clarity of required elements.
  2. For incomplete or vague responses, award partial credit and note which details are missing.
  3. Provide targeted feedback encouraging students to refine any SMART component that is unclear or unrealistic.
  4. Record the total score out of 15, then discuss common areas for improvement with the class during closure.
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