Lesson Plan

Future Forward: Vision Narratives Lesson Plan

Students will draft a narrative essay envisioning their future self, outlining key aspirations and potential challenges to build personal and academic goals.

This lesson empowers students to project and plan their futures, fostering self-awareness, goal-setting, and resilience.

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Preparation

20 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Brainstorming

20 minutes

Step 2

Guided Essay Writing

35 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Sharing

15 minutes

Step 4

Closure

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Future Forward: Vision Narratives

Introduce the lesson and set the tone. Remind students what narrative essays are and why envisioning the future can be powerful. Highlight that today's session will involve both creative and reflective activities.

Understanding Narrative Essays

Explain what a narrative essay is and its components. Emphasize that narrative essays tell a story with a beginning, middle, and end, and this framework helps organize thoughts and ideas.

Visualize Your Future Self

Encourage students to think about their future self. Use this slide to inspire them by showing that imagining the future is a blend of dreams and realistic plans.

Brainstorming Prompts

Go over the brainstorming prompts and encourage participation. Ask guiding questions that help students articulate their ambitions and identify potential hurdles on their paths.

Structuring Your Essay

Break down the structure of the narrative essay. Explain the importance of having a clear structure to guide the story and maintain a coherent flow.

Reflection and Next Steps

Summarize the session's key objectives and encourage students to further refine their drafts. Invite student reflections and any questions to wrap up the session.

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