Lesson Plan
Wellness Map Blueprint
Students will explore physical, mental, and social wellness dimensions and design a personalized wellness map with actionable goals in each area.
By recognizing varied aspects of health and planning tailored goals, students gain self-awareness and ownership of healthy habits, fostering long-term well-being.
Audience
9th Grade
Time
120 minutes
Approach
Interactive presentations, guided reflection, and project-based planning.
Materials
- Charting Your Health Journey, * Personal Wellness Map Guide, * Wellness Map Assessment Criteria, * Poster Paper, * Markers, * Sticky Notes, and * Pens/Pencils
Prep
Prepare Materials and Space
25 minutes
- Review the digital resources:
- Charting Your Health Journey slide deck
- Personal Wellness Map Guide project handout
- Wellness Map Assessment Criteria rubric
- Print or project the slide deck for easy viewing
- Print copies of the guide and rubric for each student
- Arrange classroom seating to allow for group sharing and gallery walk
- Place poster paper, markers, sticky notes, and writing tools in a central supply area
Step 1
Warm-Up Activity
10 minutes
- Pose the question: “What does wellness mean to you?”
- Distribute sticky notes; students write one word or phrase and post on the board
- Briefly categorize responses into physical, mental, and social clusters
- Explain today’s goal: create a personal wellness map
Step 2
Explore Wellness Dimensions
20 minutes
- Present Charting Your Health Journey slides
- Define physical, mental, and social wellness
- Provide real-life examples of each dimension
- Engage students in Q&A to clarify concepts
Step 3
Individual Reflection & Goal Brainstorming
15 minutes
- Hand out Personal Wellness Map Guide
- Students individually reflect on current habits in each wellness area
- Brainstorm 2–3 specific, measurable goals per dimension
- Write ideas in the guide’s brainstorming section
Step 4
Create Personal Wellness Map
35 minutes
- Give each student a sheet of poster paper and markers
- Using their guide, students draw a central “self” bubble and branch out to three petals titled Physical, Mental, Social
- Inside each petal, record the chosen goals and add icons or illustrations
- Encourage creativity and clarity in goal statements
Step 5
Gallery Walk & Peer Feedback
20 minutes
- Students hang their maps around the room
- Provide each student with 3 sticky notes
- In gallery walk pairs, leave positive comments and suggestions on peers’ maps
- Focus feedback on clarity, relevance, and feasibility of goals
Step 6
Final Revisions & Assessment
20 minutes
- Students return to their seats and review feedback
- Revise maps and goal statements as needed
- Use Wellness Map Assessment Criteria to self-evaluate
- Collect final maps for teacher review based on the rubric
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Slide Deck
Charting Your Health Journey
Understanding Physical, Mental, and Social Wellness
Welcome students and introduce the slide deck. Explain that today they’ll explore the three key dimensions of wellness and start preparing to chart their own health journeys.
Learning Objectives
• Define the three dimensions of wellness: Physical, Mental, Social
• Identify real-life examples of each dimension
• Prepare to create your own personalized wellness map
Read aloud the learning objectives and connect them to today’s goals. Emphasize why each objective matters for personal well-being.
What is Physical Wellness?
Physical wellness involves taking care of your body through regular activity, balanced nutrition, and adequate rest.
Examples:
• Exercising 3–4 times per week (e.g., sports, walking)
• Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables daily
• Getting 8–10 hours of sleep each night
Explain that physical wellness is about caring for the body. Ask students to name their favorite physical activity.
What is Mental Wellness?
Mental wellness is your emotional and psychological health, including how you cope with stress and express feelings.
Examples:
• Practicing mindfulness or meditation
• Journaling thoughts and emotions regularly
• Engaging in hobbies that reduce stress (e.g., drawing, playing music)
Discuss mental wellness as more than just “feeling happy.” Encourage students to share stress-management strategies they use.
What is Social Wellness?
Social wellness is about building healthy relationships and feeling connected to others.
Examples:
• Spending quality time with family or friends
• Volunteering in your community or school clubs
• Joining a team or group activity
Highlight how strong relationships support overall well-being. Invite examples of positive social interactions.
Self-Assessment Activity
Reflect on your current habits:
- List 1–2 things you do well in each wellness area.
- Identify 1 area in each dimension you’d like to improve.
Write your responses in your handout.
Ask students to pull out their Personal Wellness Map Guides. Give them 5 minutes to complete the self-assessment prompts.
Group Discussion
In groups of 3–4:
• Share one personal strength and one growth area from your self-assessment.
• Suggest one actionable step each person can take this week.
Be ready to share key ideas with the whole class.
Organize students into small groups. Circulate and listen in, prompting deeper reflection if needed.
Next Steps
• Use today’s insights to brainstorm specific, measurable goals in each dimension.
• Refer to your Personal Wellness Map Guide for the project template.
• Tomorrow, you’ll create your wellness maps on poster paper.
Any questions before we wrap up?
Summarize the main takeaways and preview tomorrow’s hands-on mapping activity.
Project Guide
Personal Wellness Map Guide
Introduction
Welcome to your Personal Wellness Map project! This guide will help you reflect on your current habits, set clear goals, and plan actionable steps to improve your physical, mental, and social well-being. Use this handout to organize your thoughts before creating your visual map on poster paper.
1. Self-Assessment
Reflect on your strengths and growth areas in each wellness dimension.
Physical Wellness
- Things I do well:
- Area to improve:
Mental Wellness
- Things I do well:
- Area to improve:
Social Wellness
- Things I do well:
- Area to improve:
2. Goal Setting
Craft 2–3 SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) for each area.
Physical Wellness Goals
Mental Wellness Goals
Social Wellness Goals
3. Map Template Instructions
- On your poster paper, draw a circle in the center labeled “Me.”
- Create three petals or branches titled Physical, Mental, and Social radiating from the center.
- Write each of your goals in the corresponding petal.
- Add icons, symbols, or illustrations to represent your goals creatively.
4. Timeline Planning
Use this chart to schedule action steps and check-in dates.
| Action Step | Dimension | Target Date |
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5. Reflection Prompts
After completing your map, consider these questions to deepen your learning:
- What challenges might I face in reaching my goals?
- How will I stay motivated when obstacles arise?
- How will I measure and celebrate my progress over time?
Use the Wellness Map Assessment Criteria to evaluate your final map and ensure your goals are clear, relevant, and achievable. Good luck on your wellness journey!
Rubric
Wellness Map Assessment Criteria
Use this rubric to evaluate each student’s personal wellness map. Circle the score that best reflects the work.
| Criteria | 4 – Exemplary | 3 – Proficient | 2 – Developing | 1 – Beginning |
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| Map Completeness | • All three dimensions (Physical, Mental, Social) are fully represented with 2+ goals each • Self-assessment and timeline sections complete | • All three dimensions present with at least 1 goal each • Self-assessment or timeline has minor omissions | • Two dimensions have goals; third is incomplete • Key sections missing | • Only one or no dimension addressed • Self-assessment and timeline largely missing |
| Goal Clarity & Relevance | • Goals are specific, measurable, and directly tied to the student’s needs • Each goal clearly labeled under correct dimension | • Goals are mostly clear and relevant • One or two statements slightly vague | • Goals somewhat vague or only loosely related to wellness • Several unclear statements | • Goals unclear, too broad, or not relevant to personal wellness |
| SMART Criteria Alignment | • Every goal meets all SMART elements (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) • Evidence of planning details in timeline | • Most goals meet SMART criteria; 1–2 elements missing or implied | • Some goals meet SMART; others lack key details (e.g., no target date) | • Goals do not meet SMART criteria; lack specificity and measurability |
| Creativity & Visual Appeal | • Map is exceptionally creative and engaging • Thoughtful use of icons, colors, and layout enhances understanding | • Visually appealing and neatly organized • Creative elements present but could be expanded | • Basic layout with minimal design elements • Limited use of visuals | • Lacks creativity; messy or hard to interpret layout |
| Reflection Quality & Depth | • Responses to reflection prompts are thorough, insightful, and deeply connected to goals • Demonstrates clear plan for challenges and motivation | • Good insights with adequate detail • Addresses most reflection prompts | • Superficial responses with limited depth • Some reflection prompts unanswered | • Minimal or no reflection responses • Lacks evidence of deeper thinking |