Lesson Plan
Choice Influences Guide
Students will explore psychological and cultural factors that shape our choices, analyze real-world scenarios through readings and debate, and reflect on their own decision influences to build responsible decision-making skills.
By uncovering what drives our choices—emotions, perceptions, and cultural norms—students gain self-awareness and empathy, fostering thoughtful and ethical decisions in daily life.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Guided Reading
10 minutes
Step 3
Cultural Lens Debate
10 minutes
Step 4
Influence Tracker Reflection
8 minutes
Step 5
Closing
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Behind the Decision Curtain
Objectives
Key Concepts
Guided Reading
Cultural Lens Debate
Influence Tracker Reflection
Closing & Takeaways

Reading


Discussion


Worksheet

