Lesson Plan
Career Quest: Exploring Jobs Lesson Plan
Introduce 1st graders to a variety of careers and essential soft skills through hands-on activities and guided discussions.
This lesson is important because it helps young learners start exploring different job roles, understand the tools and skills associated with each, and build a supportive classroom community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Plannlng
30-60 min., prior to session start
Step 1
Warm Welcome
1-3 min.
Step 2
Community Bullder
3-10 min.
Step 3
Group Agreements
1-3 min. (review whenever the group comes together)
Step 4
Main Activity: Working With Materials and Ideas
25+ min.
Step 5
Reflection
5-10 min.
Step 6
Recognition
3-5 min.
Step 7
Closlng and Transition
3-5 min.
Slide Deck
Welcome to Career Quest!
Exploring Soft Skills
Career Stations
Career Skills and Tools
Lesson Plan
Career Quest: Exploring Jobs - Session 1
Introduce 1st graders to the concept of careers, spark curiosity about various jobs, and identify their interests through interactive activities.
This session lays the foundation for understanding different careers and the skills needed, engaging young learners in thinking about potential future professions in a fun manner.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation for Session 1
30 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Careers
10 minutes
Step 2
Video Exploration
15 minutes
Step 3
Worksheet Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Group Discussion and Wrap-Up
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Welcome to Career Quest!
Watch & Learn
Worksheet Time
Group Discussion & Wrap-Up
Worksheet
Activity
