Time Management Basics
What is time management?
Using your time wisely to complete tasks and meet goals.
What does “prioritize” mean?
To decide which tasks are most important and do them first.
What should you do before starting your homework?
Gather materials and make a plan for what to finish first.
What’s a good time of day to study?
When you’re most alert and focused.
You have to finish homework, feed your pet, and call a friend. What should you do first?
Feed your pet, then do homework, then call your friend.
Why is it important to plan your day?
It helps you stay organized and finish tasks on time.
You have soccer practice, homework, and chores. Which should you do first if homework is due tomorrow?
homework
What does it mean to “set a goal”?
To decide what you want to achieve and plan how to reach it.
What should you do if you keep getting distracted?
Find a quiet place or remove distractions like your phone
Your project is due next week, but a quiz is tomorrow. What should you study for first?
The quiz.
What tool can help you remember important dates and deadlines?
A calendar or planner.
What is one way to decide what to do first when everything feels important?
Make a to-do list and rank items by importance and deadline.
What can help you remember to complete your tasks on time?
Setting reminders or using a checklist.
Why is taking short breaks helpful when studying?
It keeps your brain fresh and helps you focus better.
You forgot your homework at school. What’s the best thing to do?
Email or message your teacher to explain and ask for advice.
What should you do first: homework due tomorrow or a project due next week
Homework due tomorrow.
True or False: You should always do the easiest task first.
False. You should do the most important or time-sensitive task first.
How can breaking a big project into smaller steps help?
It makes it easier to manage and complete on time.
How can you prepare for a test a week in advance?
Study a little each day instead of cramming the night before.
You want to play video games, but you haven’t studied for your test. What should you do?
Study first, then reward yourself with game time.
What does it mean to “procrastinate”?
To delay or put off doing something important.
What’s a benefit of finishing hard tasks early?
You have less stress and more time for fun or relaxing later.
If you only have 30 minutes before dinner, what’s a good strategy?
Work on smaller tasks or start part of a bigger one.
What should you do the night before a big test?
Review key notes, get a good night’s sleep, and prepare materials.
Your friend asks you to hang out, but you haven’t cleaned your room like your parent asked. What’s the responsible choice?
Clean your room first, then hang out.