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1) Reading Comprehension
1) Reading Comprehension
Objective: Students analyze a short text to identify the main idea, key evidence, and author’s purpose, then defend an interpretation.
Materials: 400–600 word article or op-ed; highlighters; sticky notes.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Quick write: “What is the author trying to make me believe or feel?”
Teach (10): Model TEAR: Topic, Evidence, Analysis, Relevance. Highlight one claim and two supporting details.
Practice (10): Students annotate the text and complete a TEAR mini-paragraph.
Reflect (5): Pair share; one sentence exit slip stating main idea + top evidence.
Instructor Script (snippets)
“Underline the claim. Box the evidence. Arrow your analysis to the claim.”
“If the sentence doesn’t support the claim, it’s decoration, not evidence.”
Checklist
Identifies clear main idea
Cites 2+ accurate supporting details
Provides 2–3 sentences of analysis connecting evidence to claim
Exit slip states main idea in one sentence
Assessment: TEAR paragraph scored on clarity, evidence accuracy, and analysis.
Extension: Compare two sources with different stances; create a claim-evidence chart.
2) Coding & Computational Thinking
2) Coding & Computational Thinking
Objective: Students write a small script that processes a list (filter, sort, or tally) and explain the algorithm in plain English.
Materials: Laptop; beginner-friendly language or environment (Scratch, Python, or block coder).
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Pseudocode a morning routine in 5 steps (sequence, condition, loop).
Teach (10): Demo: take a list of prices, filter items under $10, sort, output count.
Practice (10): Students implement a similar list task (e.g., filter grocery list by category).
Reflect (5): Students explain their algorithm aloud in 3 sentences.
Instructor Script
“Say it in English first. If you can’t explain it, you can’t code it.”
“One change at a time; test after each change.”
Checklist
Has input list, processing, and output
Uses at least one condition or loop
Runs without error on sample data
Can explain algorithm steps verbally
Assessment: Working script and 3-sentence algorithm explanation.
Extension: Version control intro: save v1, v2, v3 with change notes.
3) Scientific Method
3) Scientific Method
Objective: Students design and run a quick experiment with a single variable and record results.
Materials: Coins, paper clips, cups, water, paper towels; timer; data table template.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify variable vs control with a quick example.
Teach (10): Demo: “Does coin size affect number of drops before spill?” Show hypothesis/data table.
Practice (10): Pairs run test, record three trials, compute average.
Reflect (5): 2-sentence conclusion using data.
Instructor Script
“Change one thing, measure one thing, keep the rest the same.”
“A conclusion without numbers is a guess in a fancy hat.”
Checklist
Clear hypothesis with variable/control
Three trials recorded accurately
Average calculated
Conclusion references numbers
Assessment: Lab mini-report (table + 2-sentence conclusion).
Extension: Graph results; discuss sources of error.
4) Research Skills
4) Research Skills
Objective: Students find one credible source, evaluate it, and capture a 3-bullet summary with citation.
Materials: Library/database or vetted web list; CRAAP test rubric (Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, Purpose).
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): “What makes a source credible?” Rapid brainstorm.
Teach (10): Model CRAAP on one source; show how to pull author/date and create a citation.
Practice (10): Students locate one source and fill a mini source card: citation + 3 bullets.
Reflect (5): Peer swap; check “authority” and “date.”
Instructor Script
“Name it, date it, explain it. If you can’t find the author/date, keep walking.”
“Summaries should be bullets, not essays.”
Checklist
Source has author and date
Passes CRAAP criteria
Three accurate bullets in student’s own words
Proper citation format (consistent style)
Assessment: Source card quality.
Extension: Build an annotated bibliography of three sources.
5) Budgeting & Saving
5) Budgeting & Saving
Objective: Students build a simple 50/30/20 monthly budget from a sample income and identify two savings moves.
Objective: Students build a simple 50/30/20 monthly budget from a sample income and identify two savings moves.
Materials: Calculator or spreadsheet; sample income/expenses list.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): “Top three expense leaks for teens/young adults?”
Teach (10): Demo 50/30/20 (needs/wants/saving-debt). Enter sample numbers.
Practice (10): Students categorize expenses, adjust to hit 20% saving/debt goal.
Reflect (5): Write two concrete savings actions for next 30 days.
Instructor Script
“Every dollar gets a job before it wanders off.”
“If you don’t pay yourself first, you’ll pay everyone else instead.”
Checklist
Income accounted for; totals equal 100%
Expenses categorized correctly
At least 10–20% to saving/debt
Two actionable savings steps listed
Assessment: Completed budget sheet.
Extension: Create sinking funds for irregular costs.
6) Understanding Credit
6) Understanding Credit
Objective: Students explain what affects a credit score and draft one action to build or improve credit.
Materials: Sample credit report snapshot (redacted); glossary (utilization, payment history, inquiries, age, mix).
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): “What hurts credit the most?” Quick poll.
Teach (10): Breakdown of score factors with simple examples.
Practice (10): Students identify three fixes for a sample profile (e.g., lower utilization, on-time auto-pay).
Reflect (5): Write one 60-day action for their hypothetical profile.
Instructor Script
“On-time and low-debt beats hacks and hope.”
“Utilization under 30% is decent; under 10% is chef’s kiss.”
Checklist
Names two major score factors correctly
Spots one predatory product red flag
Writes one realistic improvement action
Assessment: Exit ticket with factor + action plan.
Extension: Draft a goodwill or dispute letter template.
7) Speaking with a Banker
7) Speaking with a Banker
Objective: Students practice a scripted call/visit to open the right account and ask rate/fee questions.
Materials: Bank product comparison sheet; phone role-play cards.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): “Fees you didn’t expect from banks?”
Teach (10): Model script: introduce, goal, questions on fees, interest, minimums, overdraft policy.
Practice (10): Role-play call (banker/student), swap roles.
Reflect (5): Students update their script with two personalized questions.
Instructor Script
“Lead with your goal: ‘I’m deciding between checking accounts and want to compare fees and minimums.’”
“If you don’t ask about overdraft, you’re volunteering for it.”
Checklist
States purpose clearly
Asks about fees, minimums, overdraft, APY
Takes notes and repeats back terms
Polite close and next step scheduled
Assessment: Script quality and role-play performance.
Extension: In-person visit checklist with required documents.
8) Reading Contracts
8) Reading Contracts
Objective: Students identify renewal terms, penalties, and exit clauses in a sample lease or service agreement.
Materials: Short contract excerpt; highlighters.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): “Where do companies hide the pain?”
Teach (10): Show where to find term length, auto-renewal, cancellation window, arbitration.
Practice (10): Students mark the three “red flag” clauses and summarize each in plain language.
Reflect (5): Draft one clarifying question they would ask before signing.
Instructor Script
“Circle dates, underline money, box anything that says ‘binding’ or ‘arbitration.’”
“If you can’t explain the clause, you don’t understand the deal.”
Checklist
Finds term/renewal section
Identifies fees/penalties
Notes cancellation and notice requirements
Writes one smart pre-signing question
Assessment: Annotated contract and summary.
Extension: Practice a cancellation call using a script.
9) Spotting Scams
9) Spotting Scams
Objective: Students recognize common social-engineering tactics and create a family scam-response playbook.
Materials: Sample scam messages (email/text), red flag list.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Quick quiz: real vs fake message.
Teach (10): FLAGS model: Fear, Links, Attachments, Guarantees, Sense of urgency.
Practice (10): Students mark FLAGS in two messages and draft a safe response.
Reflect (5): Build a 3-step family protocol.
Instructor Script
“Slow down. Scams run on your adrenaline.”
“Never click to fix a problem you didn’t verify.”
Checklist
Identifies 3+ red flags
Writes a non-engagement response
Lists verify steps: call official number, log in via official site, report
Assessment: Completed playbook.
Extension: Set mail and credit monitoring alerts.
10) Working with AI
10) Working with AI
Objective: Students use an AI tool to draft and improve a practical output, documenting prompts and checks.
Materials: AI access; rubric; sample task (e.g., meal plan, study guide, email draft).
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): “What’s a good prompt?” List elements: role, context, constraints.
Teach (10): Demo iterative prompting: draft → critique → revise. Add a verification step.
Practice (10): Students complete a task and note their 3 prompt iterations.
Reflect (5): Identify one hallucination risk and how they checked it.
Instructor Script
“Be specific, then be stricter. Add constraints each round.”
“Trust, but verify. Always cross-check facts or calculations.”
Checklist
Clear goal and constraints in prompt
Two or more revision cycles
Evidence of verification (source, calc, or expert check)
Final output meets rubric requirements
Assessment: Prompt log plus final deliverable.
Extension: Automate one repetitive task with saved prompts.
11) Basic Law Literacy
11) Basic Law Literacy
Objective: Students understand everyday rights and processes for housing, consumers, and safe, respectful interactions with law enforcement.
Materials: Rights overview sheet; two letter templates (deposit demand, debt validation).
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): “What’s one right most people forget they have?”
Teach (10): Mini-lesson: documentation wins; timelines matter. Overview of lawful, respectful police interactions (ID, consent, right to counsel).
Practice (10): Students choose a scenario and complete the correct template letter.
Reflect (5): Write one documentation habit they’ll start using.
Instructor Script
“Dates, names, copies. If it’s not written, it didn’t happen.”
“Calm, clear, respectful. Ask if you’re free to leave; request counsel if not.”
Checklist
Identifies correct venue/process for scenario
Uses appropriate template with correct facts
States request or remedy clearly
Keeps a copy and notes time/date
Assessment: Completed letter template.
Extension: Small-claims walkthrough checklist.
12) Meal Prepping
12) Meal Prepping
Objective: Students plan a seven-day prep with balanced meals, storage steps, and cost per serving.
Materials: Recipe list; containers; price sheet; simple macro guide.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): “What makes meal prep fail?” List pitfalls.
Teach (10): Demo batching: base + protein + veg; label, store, reheat.
Practice (10): Students draft a 7-day plan with shopping list and estimated cost.
Reflect (5): Identify one swap to reduce cost or waste.
Instructor Script
“Cook once, eat thrice. Label everything.”
“Leftovers are planned victories, not accidents.”
Checklist
7-day plan with breakfast/lunch/dinner
Grocery list and estimated total
Storage plan with labels
Cost per serving estimated
Assessment: Completed plan and list.
Extension: Add one freezer meal and one no-cook option.
13) Public Speaking
13) Public Speaking
Objective: Deliver a clear 2–3 minute talk with confident stance, pacing, and audience connection.
Materials: Timer; notecards; simple rubric.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Two breathing cycles + power stance; tongue twister.
Teach (10): Model opener, structure (point–reason–example), closer; eye-contact pattern.
Practice (10): Students draft 3 bullet points and rehearse once.
Reflect (5): One glow, one grow on a peer.
Instructor Script
“One idea per breath. Pause is power.”
“Eyes: left, center, right. Repeat.”
Checklist
Clear opener and closer
Audible volume, steady pace
Eye contact in three zones
3 supporting details or examples
Assessment: 2–3 minute talk scored with rubric.
Extension: Add one slide with a single image or chart.
14) Media Literacy
14) Media Literacy
Objective: Identify bias and verify claims in a short article or post.
Materials: Two contrasting articles; lateral-reading checklist.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Headline rewrite: make it neutral.
Teach (10): Lateral reading: open new tabs for author, outlet, claim.
Practice (10): Students verify one factual claim and label framing words.
Reflect (5): Share one verification source.
Instructor Script
“Don’t read down. Read out. New tab for every big claim.”
“Adjectives sell; facts tell.”
Checklist
Names the outlet and author
Finds at least one independent verification
Highlights loaded language
Summarizes claim in neutral words
Assessment: Quick verification log.
Extension: Create a side-by-side bias table for two outlets.
15) Math through Algebra
15) Math through Algebra
Objective: Solve and explain a linear equation from a real scenario.
Materials: Whiteboard; practice sheet with word problems.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Mental math: combine like terms quickly.
Teach (10): Translate words to symbols; solve ax + b = c; check by substitution.
Practice (10): 3 problems from real life (subscriptions, unit price, distance-time).
Reflect (5): Explain one solution in words.
Instructor Script
“Units first, then numbers. If units don’t match, your math won’t either.”
“Prove it: plug the answer back in.”
Checklist
Correct setup from words to equation
Step-by-step operations shown
Answer labeled with units
Solution verified by substitution
Assessment: 3 problems graded for setup and accuracy.
Extension: Create your own word problem; swap and solve.
16) Applied Math
16) Applied Math
Objective: Use ratios, percents, and conversions to make a purchase decision.
Materials: Price labels, coupons, unit sizes; calculator or spreadsheet.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Percent to decimal quick drill.
Teach (10): Unit price, sale price, tax; build a comparison table.
Practice (10): Students compare 3 options and pick the best value.
Reflect (5): One sentence: why that option wins.
Instructor Script
“Compare apples to ounces. Always reduce to one unit.”
“Sale plus tax beats guesswork.”
Checklist
Correct unit-price calculations
Applies discount and tax
Clear pick with numeric justification
Assessment: Completed comparison table.
Extension: Add opportunity cost: time or travel.
17) Biology Basics
17) Biology Basics
Objective: Explain one body system and a daily habit that supports it.
Materials: Diagram handout; sticky notes.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Label 5 organs quickly.
Teach (10): Pick a system (digestive, respiratory, etc.); pathway + function.
Practice (10): Students map “input → process → output” for chosen system.
Reflect (5): Write one evidence-backed habit to support it.
Instructor Script
“Follow the pathway. What goes in, what happens, what comes out?”
“Habit must match mechanism.”
Checklist
Accurate pathway diagram
Function summarized in plain language
Habit linked to mechanism with a source
Assessment: Mini one-pager diagram + habit.
Extension: Track habit for 7 days; note changes.
18) Earth & Environmental Science
18) Earth & Environmental Science
Objective: Conduct a micro home sustainability audit.
Materials: Audit checklist; utility bill or estimates.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): List three home energy drains.
Teach (10): Energy, water, waste basics; low-cost fixes.
Practice (10): Audit one room; pick two improvements.
Reflect (5): Commit to one measurable change.
Instructor Script
“Measure what you want to manage.”
“One change, one metric, one month.”
Checklist
Identifies at least 3 issues
Chooses 2 practical fixes
Sets a measurable target (kWh, gallons, lbs)
Assessment: Audit card with target.
Extension: Compare utility data month over month.
19) Physics Principles
19) Physics Principles
Objective: Relate force, mass, and acceleration in a hands-on demo.
Materials: Toy car, masses, ramp, tape measure, timer.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Predict: heavier car, faster or slower?
Teach (10): F = ma concept; friction mention.
Practice (10): Run 3 timed trials; compute speed; discuss.
Reflect (5): One-sentence claim with data.
Instructor Script
“Change one variable. Everything else stays put.”
“Numbers first, explanations second.”
Checklist
Clear variable/control
3 trials with measures
Speed calculated correctly
Data-backed conclusion
Assessment: Trial table + conclusion.
Extension: Graph distance vs time.
20) History & Civics
20) History & Civics
Objective: Map cause and effect for one historical event and tie it to a modern policy question.
Materials: Event summary; cause/effect template.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): One-sentence event summary.
Teach (10): Chain: causes → event → effects (near/long term).
Practice (10): Fill chain and link to a current policy.
Reflect (5): Draft a respectful email to a representative.
Instructor Script
“History is a chain, not a dot.”
“Policy link: what’s the rhyme today?”
Checklist
At least 3 causes, 3 effects
Accurate modern link
Email draft with clear ask
Assessment: Completed chain + draft email.
Extension: Send it and log any reply.
21) Geography Skills
21) Geography Skills
Objective: Plan a route using a paper map and estimate travel time.
Materials: Paper map; ruler; scale; compass.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify N/E/S/W quickly.
Teach (10): Use scale for distance; highway numbering logic.
Practice (10): Plan a 3-stop route; estimate time.
Reflect (5): List two landmarks as navigation anchors.
Instructor Script
“Numbers get you close; landmarks get you there.”
“Odd north-south, even east-west.”
Checklist
Correct distance measurement
Reasonable time estimate
Landmarks identified
Assessment: Marked map + route card.
Extension: Do the first leg GPS-off.
22) Cultural Studies
22) Cultural Studies
Objective: Demonstrate perspective-taking through an interview and reflection.
Materials: Interview prompt; consent note.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Replace one assumption with a question.
Teach (10): How to ask open questions; reflective listening.
Practice (10): 5-minute interview; 5-minute swap.
Reflect (5): Write one belief you refined.
Instructor Script
“Listen to understand, not to reload.”
“Quote them fairly or don’t quote them.”
Checklist
3 open-ended questions
Accurate paraphrase
Respectful reflection on bias
Assessment: Interview notes + reflection.
Extension: Create a cultural profile poster.
23) Logical Reasoning
23) Logical Reasoning
Objective: Spot fallacies and construct a valid argument.
Materials: Fallacy list; example claims.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify the fallacy in one meme.
Teach (10): Deductive vs inductive; common fallacies.
Practice (10): Fix a flawed argument; write a stronger version.
Reflect (5): Share one improvement and why.
Instructor Script
“Name the fallacy; rebuild the logic.”
“Strong claims need strong premises.”
Checklist
Correctly names fallacy
Repairs argument structure
Uses relevant evidence
Assessment: Before/after argument.
Extension: Build a short syllogism from daily life.
24) Cooking Beyond Ramen
24) Cooking Beyond Ramen
Objective: Cook a balanced, budget-friendly meal for four and document cost per serving.
Materials: Recipe; ingredients; basic tools.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Food safety quick check.
Teach (10): Plate method: protein, veg, starch; timing.
Practice (10): Prep and start cook; finish later if needed.
Reflect (5): Cost breakdown per serving.
Instructor Script
“Read recipe once, set up everything, then heat.”
“Salt last, taste always.”
Checklist
Plate method followed
Safe handling steps used
Cost per serving calculated
Assessment: Taste + cost card.
Extension: Swap one ingredient to cut cost 15%.
25) Emergency Prep
25) Emergency Prep
Objective: Build a basic 72-hour plan for your household.
Materials: Go-bag list; contact tree template.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Name two local risks.
Teach (10): Water, food, meds, power, comms.
Practice (10): Assemble list and roles; pick meet-up spot.
Reflect (5): Set a date to test the plan.
Instructor Script
“Plan simple. Practice once.”
“Two is one; one is none.”
Checklist
72-hour supply list
Contact tree with backups
Meeting point and route
Test date scheduled
Assessment: Completed plan page.
Extension: Add a pet or infant module.
26) Basic Home Repair
26) Basic Home Repair
Objective: Safely perform three common fixes and know when to call a pro.
Materials: Screwdriver set, plunger, plumber’s snake, stud finder, patch kit, flashlight, PPE.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Safety check: power, water, gas shutoffs.
Teach (10): Demo three tasks: 1) reset GFCI outlet, 2) unclog sink with plunger/snake, 3) patch small drywall hole.
Practice (10): Students rotate through mini-stations.
Reflect (5): “DIY vs pro?” quick sort by risk/cost.
Instructor Script
“If you can’t turn it off, you don’t touch it.”
“Right tool, light pressure, steady hands.”
Checklist
Locates main shutoffs (power/water/gas)
Uses correct tool for each task
Leaves work area clean and safe
Assessment: Station sign-off card.
Extension: Build a home maintenance calendar (monthly/seasonal tasks).
27) Speaking with Customer Service
27) Speaking with Customer Service
Objective: Resolve an issue via a scripted call or chat and document the outcome.
Materials: Issue scenario cards; call script template; log sheet.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): “What escalates vs de-escalates?”
Teach (10): Script: greet, verify, state issue, desired resolution, confirm case number.
Practice (10): Role-play; swap roles.
Reflect (5): Write one line that improves results.
Instructor Script
“Be concise, not combative. One question at a time.”
“Names, dates, case numbers. Tell them back.”
Checklist
Clear purpose and desired outcome
Confirms policies and timeline
Gets case/reference number
Documents follow-up plan
Assessment: Call log with result.
Extension: Draft a follow-up email referencing the case number.
28) Negotiation Skills
28) Negotiation Skills
Objective: Use anchors and BATNA to improve an offer.
Materials: Offer sheets (rent, bill, salary); role-play prompts.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Name your BATNA for a sample scenario.
Teach (10): Anchoring, silence, trade-offs; write two “give/gets.”
Practice (10): Role-play negotiation; record opening anchor and final outcome.
Reflect (5): Note which tactic moved the needle.
Instructor Script
“Open strong, then be quiet.”
“If you give, you get: tie concessions to conditions.”
Checklist
States anchor and justification
Names BATNA clearly
Trades concessions, doesn’t give them away
Summarizes agreement
Assessment: Before/after terms sheet.
Extension: Script a salary counter with three value bullets.
29) Doing Your Taxes
29) Doing Your Taxes
Objective: Complete a mock simple return and identify one eligible credit/deduction.
Materials: Sample W-2/1099, 1040 line map, deduction/credit cheat sheet. Book: Get Your Money Back: Tax Deductions You Never Knew by Lynn Richardson
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): W-2 vs 1099 differences.
Teach (10): Filing flow: documents → income → adjustments → credits → file/store.
Practice (10): Fill a mock 1040; flag one credit (e.g., EITC education example).
Reflect (5): Personal checklist for next filing season.
Instructor Script
“Collect first, calculate second.”
“Keep copies for three years minimum.”
Checklist
Identifies forms correctly
Transfers numbers to right lines
Flags a relevant credit/deduction
Creates a filing checklist
Assessment: Mock 1040 review.
Extension: Start a receipts system and quarterly reminders for 1099 income.
30) Mapping Skills
30) Mapping Skills
Objective: Navigate without GPS using a paper map and compass.
Materials: Local map, compass, ruler, highlighter.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify true north; orient the map.
Teach (10): Scale, legends, highway numbering, bearings.
Practice (10): Plan a route with two checkpoints; estimate distance/time.
Reflect (5): Two ways to confirm you’re on track without GPS.
Instructor Script
“Orient, plan, confirm. Repeat.”
“Odd north-south, even east-west.”
Checklist
Map oriented correctly
Route marked with checkpoints
Distance and time estimated
Assessment: Marked map route card.
Extension: Run the first leg and journal landmarks.
31) Cybersecurity Basics
31) Cybersecurity Basics
Objective: Harden a personal device and create a password plan.
Materials: Device, password manager options list, phishing examples.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify a phishing tell from an email.
Teach (10): MFA, updates, backups, password managers, phishing rules.
Practice (10): Enable MFA, update device, create three unique passphrases.
Reflect (5): Write your personal “don’t click” rule.
Instructor Script
“Update, back up, lock down.”
“If it demands speed, give it scrutiny.”
Checklist
MFA enabled on key accounts
Auto-updates and backups set
Password manager or passphrase system in place
Phishing detection rule written
Assessment: Hardened device checklist.
Extension: Quarterly security review reminder.
32) Tech Troubleshooting
32) Tech Troubleshooting
Objective: Diagnose and fix common device/network issues using a flowchart.
Materials: Troubleshooting flowchart template; a “broken” scenario.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): List three first steps for any tech issue.
Teach (10): Power, cables, settings, drivers, network basics; isolate the variable.
Practice (10): Use the flowchart to fix the scenario.
Reflect (5): Add one step you missed.
Instructor Script
“Change one thing at a time.”
“If it worked yesterday, what changed?”
Checklist
Reproduces issue
Tests power/cables/settings
Documents steps and result
Identifies when to escalate
Assessment: Completed flowchart with resolution.
Extension: Create a household tech first-aid kit.
33) Entrepreneurship
33) Entrepreneurship
Objective: Validate a simple offer and make a first sale.
Materials: Lean canvas template, pricing sheet, checklist for legal basics.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Problem statement in 1 sentence.
Teach (10): Offer, audience, channel, price; Minimum Viable Test.
Practice (10): Build a one-page offer and outreach script.
Reflect (5): Define success metric for a 7-day micro-launch.
Instructor Script
“Sell the outcome, not the features.”
“Test fast, learn faster.”
Checklist
Clear problem → outcome
Simple pricing and payment method
One channel chosen for outreach
Defined success metric
Assessment: One sale or one qualified lead.
Extension: Track revenue/expenses; iterate offer.
34) Self-Love
34) Self-Love
Objective: Establish a 21-day self-maintenance routine that supports mental and physical health.
Materials: Habit tracker; prompt list.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify one draining habit.
Teach (10): Boundaries, self-talk, energy audit; tiny-habit design.
Practice (10): Build a 3-habit daily routine tied to anchors.
Reflect (5): Write a compassionate self-talk script for a tough day.
Instructor Script
“Make it tiny, make it daily.”
“Talk to yourself like someone you protect.”
Checklist
Three realistic habits with anchors
Boundary for one common drain
Self-talk script drafted
Assessment: 21-day tracker start.
Extension: Weekly reflection prompts.
35) Hygiene & Self-Care
35) Hygiene & Self-Care
Objective: Create and follow a weekly personal care schedule.
Materials: Checklist; supplies inventory sheet.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Rapid hygiene brainstorm.
Teach (10): Daily/weekly/monthly routines; skin, oral, hair, sleep basics.
Practice (10): Build a schedule; list supplies and replacements.
Reflect (5): One upgrade to improve consistency.
Instructor Script
“Schedule the boring, enjoy the benefits.”
“Consistency beats complexity.”
Checklist
Daily/weekly tasks listed
Supplies on hand with dates
Realistic timing and reminders
Assessment: Completed schedule.
Extension: Add a sleep routine and tech curfew.
36) Keeping a Clean Home/Car/Workspace
36) Keeping a Clean Home/Car/Workspace
Objective: Implement a simple zone system and 15-minute reset routine.
Materials: Zone map; cleaning caddy list.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Name two clutter hotspots.
Teach (10): Zones, routines, tools; 15-minute timer method.
Practice (10): Pick one zone; declutter and reset.
Reflect (5): Set weekly zone rotation.
Instructor Script
“Homes stay clean in minutes, not marathons.”
“Everything lives somewhere.”
Checklist
Zone map created
Daily reset routine defined
Supplies organized
Assessment: Before/after photo of one zone.
Extension: Add monthly deep-clean tasks.
37) Carbon Footprints
37) Carbon Footprints
Objective: Reduce household footprint by 10% with one measurable change.
Materials: Utility data; footprint calculator; tracking sheet.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Top three emission sources at home.
Teach (10): Energy, transport, food, waste; low-cost wins.
Practice (10): Choose one change; set baseline and target.
Reflect (5): Plan to measure in 30 days.
Instructor Script
“Pick one lever you control.”
“What gets measured gets managed.”
Checklist
Baseline metric recorded
One change chosen with target
Tracking plan set
Assessment: 30-day follow-up result.
Extension: Add a second change in a new category.
38) Sex Education
38) Sex Education
Objective: Understand consent, protection, and digital safety with age-appropriate clarity.
Materials: Anatomical diagrams; contraception facts; trusted resources list.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Define consent in one sentence.
Teach (10): Bodies, boundaries, protection methods, STI facts, clinic access; respectful relationships and media literacy.
Practice (10): Scenario responses (asking for consent, saying no, getting help).
Reflect (5): Identify two trusted adults/resources.
Instructor Script
“Consent is enthusiastic, ongoing, and retractable.”
“Safety includes your body, emotions, and digital life.”
Checklist
Clear definition of consent
Knows two protection methods and where to get them
Names two support resources
Assessment: Scenario response quality.
Extension: Private Q&A box with vetted answers.
39) Farming Basics
39) Farming Basics
Objective: Grow one crop from seed to harvest and record the process.
Materials: Seeds, soil, containers/bed, water schedule, pest ID sheet.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Pick a crop suited to season and space.
Teach (10): Soil prep, planting depth, watering, sunlight, pest prevention.
Practice (10): Plant seeds; set care schedule.
Reflect (5): Log first week’s tasks.
Instructor Script
“Right plant, right place.”
“Water the soil, not the drama.”
Checklist
Correct planting depth and spacing
Consistent watering plan
Pest prevention noted
Assessment: Growth log with dates/photos.
Extension: Compost starter or succession planting.
40) Global Systems Awareness (Social Credit, Digital IDs)
40) Global Systems Awareness (Social Credit, Digital IDs)
Objective: Explain how identity/score systems can affect daily life and list personal safeguards.
Materials: Case study summaries; table template.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Where do scores/IDs already affect access?
Teach (10): Case snapshots; data sources, transparency, appeal rights, risks.
Practice (10): Fill table: benefits, risks, safeguards.
Reflect (5): Write a personal data-minimization step.
Instructor Script
“Systems shape choices; know the levers.”
“Protect data you can’t afford to lose.”
Checklist
Defines system components
Lists at least two risks and two safeguards
Writes one practical personal step
Assessment: Completed analysis table.
Extension: Draft a data request or opt-out letter.
41) Coded Language & Cultural Fluency
41) Coded Language & Cultural Fluency
Objective: Recognize context, subtext, and adjust register respectfully across audiences.
Materials: Message samples; register ladder template.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Translate a casual text into a professional tone.
Teach (10): Context cues, idioms, dog whistles, register-switching.
Practice (10): Rewrite one message for three audiences.
Reflect (5): Note one phrase to avoid and one inclusive alternative.
Instructor Script
“Match the room without losing yourself.”
“If a phrase excludes, choose clarity.”
Checklist
Identifies context and audience
Preserves facts across rewrites
Uses inclusive, clear language
Assessment: Three-audience rewrite set.
Extension: Build a personal phrasebook for different contexts.
42) Foreign Languages (Spanish, Creole, French, Chinese, etc.)
42) Foreign Languages (Spanish, Creole, French, Chinese, etc.)
Objective: Hold a 3-minute survival conversation and complete one real-life task.
Materials: Phrase list; number/time sheet; map or menu.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Greetings + names + “How are you?”
Teach (10): Survival set: numbers, time, directions, please/thank you/sorry.
Practice (10): Role-play task (order food or ask directions).
Reflect (5): Write 5 personal phrases you’ll actually use.
Instructor Script
“Keep sentences short and slow.”
“If stuck: gesture, rephrase, and smile.”
Checklist
Uses greeting and farewell
Asks/answers one question about time or place
Completes one task (order or directions)
Assessment: 3-minute conversation.
Extension: Record a 30-second intro video in the target language.
43) Résumé & Job Search
43) Résumé & Job Search
Objective: Build a one-page résumé and plan a 7-day job search sprint.
Materials: Résumé template; job board list.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): List three quantifiable wins.
Teach (10): Bullet formula: action + outcome + metric.
Practice (10): Draft résumé header, 4 bullets, and skills section.
Reflect (5): Plan 7-day apply/follow-up schedule.
Instructor Script
“Numbers prove impact.”
“One page, tight bullets, honest skills.”
Checklist
Clear header + links
4 metric-based bullets
Skills relevant to role
7-day outreach plan
Assessment: Peer review against rubric.
Extension: Create a master résumé and tailor one version.
44) Interviewing
44) Interviewing
Objective: Answer behavioral questions with the STAR method and ask strong closing questions.
Materials: Question bank; STAR template.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): “Tell me about yourself” in 30 seconds.
Teach (10): STAR: Situation, Task, Action, Result; 3 closing questions.
Practice (10): Two STAR answers, recorded or live.
Reflect (5): One improvement note.
Instructor Script
“Results end the story.”
“Ask questions that show you think like a teammate.”
Checklist
Two STAR answers with metrics
No rambling; 60–90 seconds each
Three thoughtful closing questions
Assessment: Mock interview scorecard.
Extension: Write a thank-you note within 24 hours.
45) Personal Brand & Portfolio
45) Personal Brand & Portfolio
Objective: Publish a simple one-page portfolio that proves skill with samples.
Materials: Portfolio template; two samples or case studies.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Define your value in one line.
Teach (10): “Problem → Work → Result” case format; visuals first.
Practice (10): Write one case and upload two samples.
Reflect (5): Add a clear contact method.
Instructor Script
“Show, don’t tell.”
“One scroll, zero confusion.”
Checklist
Clear headline and role
1–2 case studies with results
Contact link visible
Assessment: Live portfolio link.
Extension: Add testimonials or skill badges.
46) Spreadsheet & Data Literacy
46) Spreadsheet & Data Literacy
Objective: Build a small table, use three formulas, and make one chart.
Materials: Spreadsheet tool; sample data.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Sort and filter.
Teach (10): SUM, AVERAGE, IF; quick clean of messy data.
Practice (10): Calculate totals, highlight top items, insert chart.
Reflect (5): One insight from the chart.
Instructor Script
“Clean first, calculate second.”
“Label everything.”
Checklist
Correct formulas used
Chart with labeled axes/title
One written takeaway
Assessment: Submitted sheet.
Extension: Add a simple dashboard with key metrics.
47) Graphic Design with Canva
47) Graphic Design with Canva
Objective: Create a clean flyer or social post using layout and hierarchy.
Materials: Canva account; brand colors/fonts.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify visual clutter in an example.
Teach (10): Rule of thirds, spacing, contrast, 3-color limit.
Practice (10): Build one flyer/post; export PNG.
Reflect (5): Peer feedback on readability.
Instructor Script
“Fewer fonts, more whitespace.”
“Contrast is how you get read.”
Checklist
Clear headline hierarchy
Consistent fonts and spacing
Exported correctly
Assessment: Visual review rubric.
Extension: Create a matching second size.
48) Project Management & Kanban
48) Project Management & Kanban
Objective: Plan a mini-project with Kanban and deliver one milestone.
Materials: Board (Trello/Notion or paper); task cards.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Define “done” for one deliverable.
Teach (10): Backlog → To-Do → Doing → Done; WIP limits; owners & due dates.
Practice (10): Break project into 6–8 tasks, move first into Doing.
Reflect (5): Identify one blocker and next step.
Instructor Script
“Make work visible.”
“One owner per task.”
Checklist
Clear tasks with owners/dates
WIP limits set
One milestone delivered
Assessment: Board screenshot + delivered item.
Extension: Add a weekly review cadence.
49) First Aid & Safety Basics
49) First Aid & Safety Basics
Objective: Build a home first-aid kit and know immediate steps to take while waiting for help.
Materials: Kit list; emergency numbers card.
Note: Educational only. For emergencies, call local emergency services. Seek certified training for CPR.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify common home injuries.
Teach (10): Scene safety; gloves; bleeding control basics; when to call for help.
Practice (10): Assemble kit and role-play calling for help.
Reflect (5): Post emergency info in two locations.
Instructor Script
“Check safety first, then the person, then call.”
“Gloves on, pressure on.”
Checklist
Kit assembled and labeled
Emergency contacts posted
Knows when to seek professional care
Assessment: Safety plan card completed.
Extension: Enroll in certified first-aid/CPR class.
50) Automotive Care
50) Automotive Care
Objective: Perform three basics: tire pressure, washer fluid, and battery check.
Materials: Tire gauge, funnel, multimeter (optional), owner’s manual.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Locate PSI spec and hood release.
Teach (10): Check/adjust tire pressure; top fluids; read simple battery status.
Practice (10): Do one check on a vehicle or demo kit.
Reflect (5): Set maintenance reminders.
Instructor Script
“Manual first. Spec beats guess.”
“Small checks prevent big bills.”
Checklist
Finds PSI and fluid types
Records readings/levels
Sets reminder schedule
Assessment: Completed maintenance log.
Extension: Learn to change a flat safely.
51) Car Buying & Ownership
51) Car Buying & Ownership
Objective: Compare total cost of ownership and avoid common dealer traps.
Materials: TCO worksheet; sample listings; insurance quote mockup.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): List non-price costs (insurance, maintenance, taxes).
Teach (10): OTD price, financing vs cash, trade-in tactics, add-on traps.
Practice (10): Compare two cars with TCO; write questions for the dealer.
Reflect (5): Decide walk-away number.
Instructor Script
“Negotiate OTD, not monthly.”
“If it wasn’t in your plan, it’s a no.”
Checklist
TCO table completed
Dealer questions drafted
Walk-away number set
Assessment: Written plan with selected choice.
Extension: Pre-approval checklist and insurance call script.
52) Apartment Hunting & Renters’ Rights
52) Apartment Hunting & Renters’ Rights
Objective: Choose a place, read a lease, and document move-in properly.
Materials: Unit comparison sheet; lease excerpt; move-in checklist.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Must-haves vs nice-to-haves.
Teach (10): Income criteria, deposits/fees, renewal terms, notice windows.
Practice (10): Compare two units and fill a move-in checklist.
Reflect (5): Draft one pre-signing question.
Instructor Script
“Photos, timestamps, signatures. Always.”
“Ask about notice and renewals before you love the paint color.”
Checklist
Unit comparison complete
Lease red flags identified
Move-in documentation plan ready
Assessment: Annotated lease + checklist.
Extension: Template email for repair requests.
53) Health Literacy & Navigating Healthcare
53) Health Literacy & Navigating Healthcare
Objective: Read an insurance card/EOB and prepare for a basic appointment.
Materials: Sample insurance card/EOB; appointment script.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify copay, deductible, network.
Teach (10): Where to find providers, what to bring, how to ask questions.
Practice (10): Script a call to verify coverage and costs.
Reflect (5): List two follow-up steps after a visit.
Instructor Script
“Ask price before you go.”
“Write meds, allergies, and questions.”
Checklist
Coverage verified
Visit prepped with notes
EOB read and filed
Assessment: Completed prep + post-visit list.
Extension: Create a personal health record folder.
54) Statistics for Everyday Decisions
54) Statistics for Everyday Decisions
Objective: Use probability and expected value to choose between options.
Materials: Coin/dice; decision worksheet.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Estimate odds for a simple event.
Teach (10): Expected value, base rates, risk vs uncertainty.
Practice (10): Compare two choices (warranties, lotteries, subscriptions) with EV.
Reflect (5): One sentence: what the numbers say.
Instructor Script
“Feelings are valid; numbers are useful.”
“Base rates beat vibes.”
Checklist
Correct probabilities
EV computed for both options
Decision justified with numbers
Assessment: Worksheet accuracy.
Extension: Track predictions and outcomes for a week.
55) Photography & Video for Content
55) Photography & Video for Content
Objective: Shoot a clear photo and a 15–30s video with proper framing, light, and sound.
Materials: Smartphone; window light; basic tripod or stack of books.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Clean lens; set 1080p/30fps.
Teach (10): Rule of thirds, front vs backlight, mic distance; B-roll list.
Practice (10): Record intro clip + 3 B-roll shots; take 3 stills.
Reflect (5): Pick best take and why.
Instructor Script
“Face the window; don’t let the window face you.”
“Hold still for 3 seconds before and after the line.”
Checklist
Subject is lit and sharp
Framed on rule-of-thirds
Audio clear within arm’s length
3 B-roll shots captured
Assessment: One usable clip + still.
Extension: Add captions and a title card.
56) Debate & Rhetoric
56) Debate & Rhetoric
Objective: Deliver a 90-second argument using claim, warrants, evidence, and a rebuttal.
Materials: Topic cards; timer; simple rubric.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify one logical fallacy in a sample take.
Teach (10): C-W-E structure; steelman the other side.
Practice (10): Prepare and deliver; include one rebuttal.
Reflect (5): Note your strongest warrant.
Instructor Script
“Win with reasons, not volume.”
“Steelman first; then disagree.”
Checklist
Clear claim
Two warranted reasons
One cited example or stat
One rebuttal addressed
Assessment: Rubric on clarity and support.
Extension: Write a 3-tweet thread version.
57) Mindfulness & Stress Tools
57) Mindfulness & Stress Tools
Objective: Use two techniques to lower stress within five minutes.
Materials: Timer; prompt cards.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Rate stress 1–10.
Teach (10): Box breathing and 5-4-3-2-1 grounding.
Practice (10): Run both; journal one sentence on effect.
Reflect (5): Pick one you’ll use daily.
Instructor Script
“Slow inhale, slower exhale.”
“Name what’s real; let the rest go.”
Checklist
Technique steps followed
Pre/post stress noted
One daily plan chosen
Assessment: Self-report change.
Extension: Add a 2-minute body scan before bed.
58) Grant Writing
58) Grant Writing
Objective: Draft a 150-word problem/solution summary that fits a grant’s criteria.
Materials: Sample RFP; template.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Highlight funder’s top three priorities.
Teach (10): Need → population → solution → outcomes → budget headline.
Practice (10): Write 150 words in funder’s language.
Reflect (5): One measurable outcome you can report.
Instructor Script
“Mirror their words, not your wishes.”
“Outcomes beat poetry.”
Checklist
Aligns with stated priorities
Clear target population
Specific outcomes and basic budget
Within word limit
Assessment: Peer score with criteria match.
Extension: Build a 5-line budget and timeline.
59) E-commerce Launch
59) E-commerce Launch
Objective: List one product, accept payments, and set a shipping/fulfillment rule.
Materials: Storefront tool; product photo; payment setup.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): One-line value prop.
Teach (10): Product page essentials: image, benefits, price, FAQ, policy links.
Practice (10): Publish a product; test checkout in sandbox or with a $1 item.
Reflect (5): Write first promotional post.
Instructor Script
“Benefits first. Specs later.”
“Friction kills carts; simplify.”
Checklist
Product live with image and price
Payment connected and tested
Shipping/fulfillment defined
Basic refund/privacy policy linked
Assessment: Working product URL.
Extension: Add an upsell or bundle.
60) Smart Grocery Shopping
60) Smart Grocery Shopping
Objective: Cut the weekly bill by 15% using unit pricing and a swap list.
Materials: Circular/app; calculator; pantry check.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Name three budget busters.
Teach (10): Unit price, list by meals, swap brand/size/store.
Practice (10): Build a list with 5 swaps and projected savings.
Reflect (5): One habit to keep.
Instructor Script
“Shop your pantry, then the store.”
“Compare apples to ounces.”
Checklist
List covers all meals
Five swaps identified
Savings estimated ≥15%
Assessment: Before/after receipt on next trip.
Extension: Add a bulk/freezer plan.
61) Home Energy & DIY Upgrades
61) Home Energy & DIY Upgrades
Objective: Lower utility use with two safe changes.
Materials: Weatherstripping, LED bulbs, water-saving aerators, power strips.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Find two leaks: air or phantom power.
Teach (10): LEDs, sealing, thermostat ranges, power strip shutoffs.
Practice (10): Install one quick upgrade.
Reflect (5): Set a 30-day kWh or water target.
Instructor Script
“Seal, swap, shut off.”
“Small fixes compound.”
Checklist
One upgrade installed
Target set and logged
Safety followed
Assessment: Utility change after 30 days.
Extension: Insulation check and curtains for heat/cold.
62) Outdoor Navigation & Survival Basics
62) Outdoor Navigation & Survival Basics
Objective: Plan a short hike using map, compass, and a simple safety plan.
Materials: Paper map; compass; daypack checklist.
Note: Educational planning only. Follow local guidelines and safety rules.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Orient map with compass.
Teach (10): Route + turnaround time; water/food; clothing layers; leave trip plan.
Practice (10): Mark route and checkpoints; fill safety card.
Reflect (5): Name two signals for turning back.
Instructor Script
“Tell someone, take a map, turn back on time.”
“Safety beats summit.”
Checklist
Route planned with time estimate
Essentials listed (water, food, layers)
Trip plan shared with contact
Assessment: Completed route + safety card.
Extension: Basic weather check and trail etiquette.
63) Advanced Coding: Web App
63) Advanced Coding: Web App
Objective: Build a simple CRUD web page (create, read, update, delete) for one item type.
Materials: Browser; code editor; starter template.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Define CRUD with an example (tasks).
Teach (10): Frontend form + local storage or mock API.
Practice (10): Implement create and list; stretch: edit/delete.
Reflect (5): Note one refactor you’d make.
Instructor Script
“Get it working, then make it pretty.”
“Save, test, commit.”
Checklist
Form collects data
Data persists during session
List displays entries
Edit/delete attempted or planned
Assessment: Live demo or gif.
Extension: Add input validation and styling.
64) Robotics Intro
64) Robotics Intro
Objective: Program a microcontroller to read a sensor and trigger an action.
Materials: Microcontroller kit; LED or buzzer; sensor (light or distance).
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify power, ground, input, output.
Teach (10): Read sensor value; set threshold; trigger output.
Practice (10): Wire and run the sketch.
Reflect (5): What would you automate next?
Instructor Script
“Power and ground right, or nothing is right.”
“Test pieces before the whole.”
Checklist
Correct wiring
Code compiles and runs
Sensor triggers output
Assessment: Working demo.
Extension: Log readings and graph them.
65) Investing Basics
65) Investing Basics
Educational only, not financial advice.
Objective: Explain index funds, risk, and build a simple “pay yourself first” plan.
Materials: Glossary; sample budget.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Define compound interest in one line.
Teach (10): Index vs picking, time horizon, emergency fund first.
Practice (10): Allocate $100 hypothetical: high-yield savings vs index.
Reflect (5): One rule you’ll follow.
Instructor Script
“Emergency fund before excitement.”
“Time in the market beats timing the market.”
Checklist
Knows index concept
Sets an auto-transfer amount
Names a risk and mitigations
Assessment: Mini written plan.
Extension: Open a practice account or simulator.
66) Time Management Systems
66) Time Management Systems
Objective: Run a weekly review and plan with a simple system.
Materials: Paper or app; calendar.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Brain dump everything.
Teach (10): Capture → Clarify → Calendar → Review; time blocking.
Practice (10): Block next week; pick three “musts.”
Reflect (5): One habit to protect your focus.
Instructor Script
“What isn’t scheduled is optional.”
“Three big rocks, then the pebbles.”
Checklist
Inbox zeroed
Calendar blocked
Top 3 priorities set
Review slot scheduled
Assessment: Screenshot/calendar check.
Extension: Add a daily shutdown checklist.
67) Memory & Note-Taking
67) Memory & Note-Taking
Objective: Use spaced repetition and a note system to retain key facts.
Materials: Flashcard app or index cards; Cornell or Zettel template.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Test recall on 5 items.
Teach (10): Active recall, spaced repetition, atomic notes with links.
Practice (10): Create 10 cards and 3 atomic notes.
Reflect (5): Put review times on calendar.
Instructor Script
“Write to remember, not to decorate.”
“Review on a schedule, not a vibe.”
Checklist
Clear question/answer cards
Notes in own words with tags/links
Review cadence set
Assessment: 48-hour recall check.
Extension: Build a mini knowledge map.
68) Community Organizing & Civic Action
68) Community Organizing & Civic Action
Objective: Plan a small, lawful community action with measurable impact.
Materials: Issue sheet; contact list; template plan.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Name one specific change you want locally.
Teach (10): SMART goal, roles, timeline; lawful permits/permissions.
Practice (10): Draft action plan and outreach script.
Reflect (5): Define success metric and follow-up.
Instructor Script
“Specific asks get specific results.”
“Document everything.”
Checklist
Clear goal and timeline
Role assignments
Legal/permit checks
Success metric defined
Assessment: One-page action plan.
Extension: Send first five outreach messages.
69) Personal Safety & Situational Awareness
69) Personal Safety & Situational Awareness
Objective: Use awareness and boundaries to reduce risk and get help effectively.
Materials: Scenario cards; resource list.
Note: Educational awareness and prevention. For emergencies, contact local services.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Baseline your surroundings: exits, people, lighting.
Teach (10): Color code awareness, boundary phrases, buddy and check-in plans.
Practice (10): Scenario role-plays: clear “no,” move to safety, call for help.
Reflect (5): Save emergency contacts and share live location with a trusted person.
Instructor Script
“Trust the first uneasy signal.”
“Clear words, quick movement, safe people.”
Checklist
Boundary phrase practiced
Exit routes identified
Emergency contacts saved
Assessment: Scenario response and plan card.
Extension: Create a venue-specific safety checklist.
70) Home Accounting & Bookkeeping
70) Home Accounting & Bookkeeping
Objective: Track income/expenses and reconcile one month.
Materials: Spreadsheet or ledger; sample transactions; bank statement.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Cash vs accrual in one sentence.
Teach (10): Chart of accounts; categories; monthly reconciliation steps.
Practice (10): Enter 10 transactions; reconcile to statement balance.
Reflect (5): Note one spending insight.
Instructor Script
“Every dollar gets a category.”
“If it isn’t reconciled, it isn’t real.”
Checklist
Categories applied consistently
Bank balance matches ledger
Notes for unusual items
Assessment: Reconciled month screenshot.
Extension: Create a simple P&L and monthly close checklist.
71) Public Health & Community Care
71) Public Health & Community Care
Objective: Build a mini community care plan for one likely local issue.
Materials: Local risk list; resource directory; contact card.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Top two local health risks.
Teach (10): Prevention layers; credible sources; mutual-aid basics.
Practice (10): Draft a care plan: info source, supplies, check-in system.
Reflect (5): Identify one at-risk neighbor to include.
Instructor Script
“Credible info, simple steps, shared support.”
“Care scales when roles are clear.”
Checklist
Verified info source listed
Supplies and roles defined
Contact tree documented
Assessment: One-page care plan.
Extension: Host a 10-minute neighborhood briefing.
72) Podcasting
72) Podcasting
Objective: Record a clean 2–3 minute audio segment with intro, body, outro.
Materials: Phone or mic; quiet room; free DAW app.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Mic check; noise floor test.
Teach (10): Script beats, mic distance, room treatment, level target.
Practice (10): Record segment; trim start/end; normalize.
Reflect (5): Write one improvement for next take.
Instructor Script
“Closer mic, quieter room.”
“Script bullets, not paragraphs.”
Checklist
Clear levels without clipping
Intro/outro present
File exported to MP3/WAV
Assessment: Usable audio clip.
Extension: Add royalty-free music sting and show notes.
73) Ethics & Digital Citizenship
73) Ethics & Digital Citizenship
Objective: Apply a simple ethics test to an online action.
Materials: Scenario cards; rubric (legal, safe, honest, kind, necessary).
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Define “digital footprint.”
Teach (10): Consent, attribution, privacy, AI-use disclosure.
Practice (10): Evaluate one scenario with the ethics test; rewrite action.
Reflect (5): Draft a personal online code.
Instructor Script
“If you wouldn’t say it face-to-face, rewrite it.”
“Credit the source or don’t use it.”
Checklist
Cites sources properly
Protects private info
Passes ethics test
Assessment: Scenario rewrite + code of conduct.
Extension: Update privacy settings across three platforms.
74) Travel Planning on a Budget
74) Travel Planning on a Budget
Objective: Plan a 2-day trip with a hard cap budget.
Materials: Spreadsheet; sample prices; packing list.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Biggest cost levers (transport, lodging, food).
Teach (10): Total trip budget; per-day caps; buffer for surprises.
Practice (10): Build itinerary with costs and alternatives.
Reflect (5): One swap that saved money.
Instructor Script
“Price the big three first.”
“Always keep a 10% buffer.”
Checklist
Budget hits target
Lodging/transport booked or placeholder
Daily plan with free/low-cost options
Assessment: Finished itinerary + budget sheet.
Extension: Post-trip actuals vs plan.
75) Conflict Mediation
75) Conflict Mediation
Objective: Use a 3-step script to de-escalate and reach an agreement.
Materials: Role-play scenarios; agreement template.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Name triggers; set ground rules.
Teach (10): Script: reflect needs, define problem, propose options.
Practice (10): Mediate a short scenario; write agreement.
Reflect (5): Identify the turning point line.
Instructor Script
“Name the need, not the insult.”
“Options before opinions.”
Checklist
Both sides restated accurately
Shared problem defined
Specific, time-bound agreement
Assessment: Written agreement draft.
Extension: Schedule a check-in on the agreement.
76) Visual Storytelling (Storyboarding & Editing)
76) Visual Storytelling (Storyboarding & Editing)
Objective: Create a 6-frame storyboard and cut a 20–30s edit.
Materials: Storyboard sheet; phone clips; basic editor.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Pick a single message.
Teach (10): Shot types, continuity, J/L cuts, pacing.
Practice (10): Sketch 6 frames; assemble rough cut.
Reflect (5): Replace one shot to improve clarity.
Instructor Script
“One message per video.”
“Cut on action; keep it moving.”
Checklist
Clear beginning, middle, end
Varied shots for interest
Edit under 30s, message clear
Assessment: Storyboard + export.
Extension: Add captions and a hook in first 3 seconds.
77) Home Security Fundamentals
77) Home Security Fundamentals
Objective: Improve home security with three layered measures.
Materials: Door/window checklist; lighting and timer options.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Identify weak points.
Teach (10): Layers: visibility, reinforcement, routines; basic cams/alarms.
Practice (10): Implement one change now; plan two more.
Reflect (5): Set a security routine.
Instructor Script
“Be seen, be loud, be sturdy.”
“Habits protect more than hardware.”
Checklist
Entry points checked
One improvement installed
Routine documented
Assessment: Before/after checklist.
Extension: Neighborhood watch contact and vacation checklist.
78) Advanced Spreadsheets & Automation
78) Advanced Spreadsheets & Automation
Objective: Build a small dashboard and automate one task.
Materials: Spreadsheet tool; sample data.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Name a repetitive task to automate.
Teach (10): VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, PivotTable, basic automation (rules/macros).
Practice (10): Create pivot, chart, and an auto-format or macro.
Reflect (5): Write the automation’s trigger and outcome.
Instructor Script
“Aggregate first, decorate later.”
“Automation follows clarity.”
Checklist
Working lookup or pivot
Chart with labeled axes
One automation tested
Assessment: Screenshot of dashboard + macro description.
Extension: Email or form-based data capture feeding the sheet.
79) Financial Aid & Scholarships
79) Financial Aid & Scholarships
Objective: Build a 3-tier college funding plan and draft one application paragraph.
Materials: Aid glossary; scholarship search list; deadline tracker.
30-Minute Lesson Plan
Warm-up (5): Define grant vs scholarship vs loan.
Teach (10): Three tiers: federal/state aid, institutional, private/community.
Practice (10): Create a target list with deadlines; write a 150-word “why me” paragraph.
Reflect (5): Schedule two application blocks.
Instructor Script
“Many small awards beat one wish.”
“Answer the prompt, not your autobiography.”
Checklist
Tiered list with deadlines
Reusable paragraph drafted
Calendar blocks scheduled
Assessment: Completed tracker + draft.
Extension: Gather required docs and recommendation requests.
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