Lesson Planet
Search educational resources
  • Sign In Try It Free
  • AI Teacher Tools
    • Discover Resources Search reviewed educational resources by keyword, subject, grade, type, and more
    • Curriculum Manager (My Content) Manage saved and uploaded resources and folders To Access the Curriculum Manager Sign In or Join Now
    • Browse Resource Directory Browse educational resources by subject and topic
    • Curriculum Calendar Explore curriculum resources by date
    • Lesson Planning Articles Timely and inspiring teaching ideas that you can apply in your classroom
    • Our Story
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Testimonials
    • Contact Us
  • Pricing
  • School Access
    • Your school or district can sign up for Lesson Planet — with no cost to teachers
      Learn More
  • Sign In
  • Try It Free

Hi, what do you want to do?

Create a lesson plan
Create a lesson plan
Generate resources with 80+ AI teacher tools
Generate resources with 80+ AI teacher tools
Search 200,000 instructional videos
Search 200,000 instructional videos
Find a teaching resource
Find a teaching resource
A Time Management Simulation Lesson PlanA Time Management Simulation Lesson Plan
Publisher
Nebraska Department of Education
Resource Details
Curator Rating
Educator Rating
Not yet Rated
Grade
8th
Subjects
Social & Emotional Learning
3 more...
Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategies
Collaborative Learning
3 more...
Usage Permissions
Fine Print: Educational Use
Lesson Plan

A Time Management Simulation

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet
This A Time Management Simulation lesson plan also includes:
  • Activity
  • Worksheet
  • Join to access all included materials

Middle schoolers participate in a simulation that underscores the importance of time management. The activity stresses the importance of organization, setting priorities, goal setting, and developing and maintaining a schedule.

12 Views 9 Downloads

Concepts

time management, self-awareness, social-emotional learning, perseverance, problem solving strategies, problem solving techniques, critical thinking

Instructional Ideas

  • Class members completed a "How I Spend My Time" worksheet earlier in the unit; have individuals compare that worksheet with the one completed for this lesson and note any differences

Classroom Considerations

  • Some pupils may need additional support calculating the average time spent on weekdays and weekends

Pros

  • The lesson reinforces the importance of time management

Cons

  • Neither the "Project Simulation" handout nor the puzzle pieces are included in the packet

See similar resources:

Lesson Plan

Time Management

Nebraska Department of Education
As eighth-graders move on to high school, strong time management skills become critical. As part of a career Planning & Management unit, scholars learn how to analyze their time and consider how their choices impact their ability to...
8th Social & Emotional Learning
Worksheet

Anger Diary

Therapist Aid
This worksheet provides a log for users to record incidents of anger. Meant to be used as an ongoing diary, the users log times they were angry, their feelings and behaviors surrounding the incident, as well as the results of their...
4th - 10th Social & Emotional Learning
Worksheet

My Goals and Action Plans

Curated OER
Encourage scholars to set goals with a worksheet that offers space to write what they want to accomplish and their plan to achieve it. 
5th - 12th Social & Emotional Learning
Worksheet

SMART Goal-Setting Worksheet

Spark People
Help keep young scholars' eyes on the prize with this step-by-step goal setting activity.
3rd - 12th Social & Emotional Learning
Organizer

Help Your Kids Set Goals

Global Secrets International
Set young scholars on the path to success with this collection of goal setting worksheets. Offering support with setting and achieving personal and academic goals, this resource is a great way for elementary school teachers to help...
1st - 8th Social & Emotional Learning
Activity

Setting and Reaching Goals

Thoughtful Learning
An activity boosts self-management through goal setting and reflection. Scholars choose one goal they wish to obtain by the end of the week. Participants brainstorm ways to make their goal a reality then reflect on whether or not their...
4th - 8th Social & Emotional Learning
Lesson Plan

Set SMART Goals

Tech4Learning
A video by Kid President kicks off a lesson about setting goals. Scholars use SMART—specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely—in identifying what goals or resolutions they wish to accomplish. After writing down and revising...
4th - 8th Social & Emotional Learning
CCSS: Adaptable
Lesson Plan

Goals and Perseverance

Curated OER
Define the word perseverance to have learners understand why it is important in reaching goals. Young scholars research how Martin Luther King needed perseverance to accomplish his goals. They write acrostic poems using the word...
6th - 8th Social Studies & History
Lesson Planet Article

Understanding the Stress of Being a Teacher

Curated OER
Be the absolute best that you can be for your pupils by learning how to control the stress in your life.
K - Higher Ed Social Studies & History
Handout

How to Set a Goal

Reach Out!
Inspire scholars to reach for the stars with a handy two-page document that details why setting goals is important, how to begin the process, and three steps to set and meet goals. 
7th - 12th Career & Technical Education
Try It Free
© 1999-2026 Learning Explorer, Inc.
Teacher Lesson Plans, Worksheets and Resources

Sign up for the Lesson Planet Monthly Newsletter

Open Educational Resources (OER)

  • Health
  • Language Arts
  • Languages
  • Math
  • Physical Education
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Special Education
  • Visual and Performing Arts
View All Lesson Plans

Discover Resources

  • Our Review Process
  • How it Works
  • How to Search
  • Create a Collection

Manage Curriculum

  • Edit a Collection
  • Assign to Students
  • Manage My Content
Contact Us Site Map Privacy Policy Terms of Use