Objective
By the end of this lesson, Norah will be able to set specific and achievable goals for her personal and academic growth.
Materials and Prep
- Paper
- Pens or pencils
- Computer or tablet for research (optional)
No prior knowledge needed, just bring a positive attitude!
Activities
- Goal Collage: Have Norah create a visual representation of her short-term and long-term goals using pictures and words cut out from magazines or drawn by hand.
- Research and Presentation: Ask Norah to research a historical figure who set and achieved significant goals. She can then prepare a short presentation to share with you or the family.
- Goal Setting Worksheet: Provide Norah with a goal setting worksheet that includes sections for setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals.
Talking Points
- What are goals?
"Goals are like roadmaps that help us reach our dreams and aspirations." - Why is goal setting important?
"Setting goals gives us direction and motivation to work towards our desired outcomes." - How can we make our goals achievable?
"Breaking down big goals into smaller steps can make them more manageable and achievable." - What is a SMART goal?
"SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound."