Planning and Organization
What is planning?
Planning is developing a strategy or steps in order to complete a task or goal
To manage our time, we might use this tool that counts down showing us how much time we have.
A timer
Do we use flexible thinking at school?
Yes!! :)
What is something you can do to remember something important?
Repeating it in our head, saying it out loud, write it down, sticky note, draw a picture, put it in your calendar or planner
When is the best time to pack your backpack so you don't rush in the morning?
The night before!
Which task will take more time- Reading a chapter book or completing one math worksheet and for fun guess how long each task would take.
Reading a chapter book
Your group is deciding on a game to play. You want to play Uno, but everyone else wants to play Trouble What is the flexible choice?
Agree to play Trouble. You might suggest playing Uno next time!
You are trying to read, but someone nearby is tapping their pencil and it is distracting you. What can you do?
Answers may vary. Here are some ideas- Move to a quiet space, put on headphone, ask them nicely to stop, or try your best to stay focused
You have a big science project due in two weeks. Should you do it all the night before, or break it into smaller steps? Name one step.
Break it down into small steps (e.g., Step 1: Pick a topic, Step 2: Gather supplies).
You have two tasks before bed: (1) Finish your math worksheet due tomorrow, and (2) Finish drawing a comic book for fun. Which task should you complete first?
The math worksheet (the priority/must-do task)
This type of "mindset" means you believe your brain can grow smarter by trying hard things, even when you make mistakes.
Growth mindset or positive mindset
What can you do if you forget what you are supposed to be doing in class?
Lots of different answers! Look around at what others are doing, check the board, ask a classmate, or ask the teacher.
If your locker or desk is so messy that books or supplies fall out when you open it, what would be a good idea to solve this problem?
Clean and organize it!
What is a "time robber"? Give one or two examples of a time robber or distraction when you're trying to do homework.
Something that distracts you and steals your time (e.g., video games, television, checking a phone)
What is the difference between a rigid (rock) brain and a flexible brain?
Answers may vary. Example- A rigid brain gets stuck on one way of thinking; a flexible brain bends and adjusts when things change.
Your mind drifts off during class. What is a "focus reset" you can use to pull your attention back to your teacher?
Answers will vary. Examples include- sitting up straight, taking a deep breath, drinking cold water, moving in your chair.
Why is it important to plan ahead and be organized at school?
Answers will vary :)
Give an example of an important task and a not so important task
Answers will vary :)
Think of one - two things you can do if you are upset about something.
answers will vary (examples, deep breaths, take a break, draw, talk to a trusted adult)
What is something that you do to help you remember information for a quiz or test?
Answers will vary! We all have different strategies we use to remember things.