Title: Creating Vision Boards and Setting Goals

Grade Level: 8th Grade

Objective: - Students will understand the concept of vision boards and how they can be used as a tool for setting and achieving goals. - Students will identify their personal “North Star” or long-term goal. - Students will create their own vision boards to visually represent their goals and aspirations.

Materials: - Poster boards or large sheets of paper - Magazines, newspapers, or printed images - Scissors, glue sticks, and markers - Index cards or small pieces of paper - Writing utensils

Procedure:

1. Introduction (10 minutes):
   • Begin the lesson by asking students if they have ever heard of vision boards. Allow a few students to share their understanding of what a vision board is.
   • Explain that a vision board is a visual representation of one’s goals, dreams, and aspirations. It serves as a constant reminder of what they want to achieve in life.
   • Discuss the importance of having a “North Star” or a long-term goal that guides their actions and decisions.
2. Finding Your North Star (15 minutes):
   • Engage students in a discussion about their long-term goals and aspirations. Encourage them to think about what they want to achieve in the future.
   • Distribute index cards or small pieces of paper to each student. Instruct them to write down their personal “North Star” or long-term goal.
   • Allow students to share their goals with the class, if they feel comfortable doing so.
3. Creating Vision Boards (25 minutes):
   • Provide each student with a poster board or a large sheet of paper.
   • Explain that they will be creating their own vision boards using images and words that represent their goals and aspirations.
   • Distribute magazines, newspapers, or printed images and allow students to cut out pictures, words, or phrases that resonate with their goals.
   • Instruct students to arrange and glue their chosen images onto their vision boards. Encourage them to be creative and use markers to add additional drawings or writings.
   • Remind students that their vision boards should reflect their personal goals and aspirations.
4. Sharing and Reflection (10 minutes):
   • Give students an opportunity to share their vision boards with the class, explaining the meaning behind their chosen images and words.
   • Facilitate a class discussion on the importance of setting goals and how vision boards can serve as a visual reminder of those goals.
   • Ask students to reflect on how creating a vision board has helped them clarify their goals and aspirations.
5. Conclusion (5 minutes):
   • Summarize the main points discussed during the lesson, emphasizing the importance of having a “North Star” or long-term goal.
   • Encourage students to keep their vision boards in a visible place as a constant reminder of their goals.
   • Conclude the lesson by expressing confidence in their ability to achieve their goals with determination and perseverance.

Extension Activity: - Encourage students to regularly review and update their vision boards as their goals evolve. - Assign a short writing assignment where students reflect on the steps they need to take to achieve their long-term goals.

Note: Adjust the time allocated for each section based on the needs and pace of your students.