Lesson Plan

Daily Check-In Plan

Guide a 6th grader through a daily self-reflection on emotions and behaviors to set actionable goals and track progress within a 20-minute one-on-one session.

Regular check-ins build self-awareness and emotional regulation by helping students identify feelings, understand behavior patterns, and receive targeted feedback for growth.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Prepare Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Greeting and Warm-Up

2 minutes

Step 2

Emotion Reflection

5 minutes

Step 3

Complete Daily Check-In Sheet

7 minutes

Step 4

Guided Discussion

4 minutes

Step 5

Goal Setting and Wrap-Up

2 minutes

Slide Deck

Daily Check-In Session

Introduce the purpose and structure of today’s check-in. Emphasize confidentiality and the goal of building self-awareness.

Session Agenda

Briefly walk through each step and corresponding time allotment so the student knows what to expect.

1. Greeting & Warm-Up (2 min)

Use a friendly tone. Ask about their day or interests to build rapport.

2. Emotion Reflection (5 min)

Guide the student through naming and rating their emotions. Listen for context to inform later discussion.

3. Daily Check-In Sheet (7 min)

Observe patterns as they complete. Note any surprising entries or concerning patterns for discussion.

4. Guided Discussion (4 min)

Refer to the student’s sheet responses. Use open-ended questions to deepen reflection and build self-awareness.

5. Goal Setting & Wrap-Up (2 min)

Keep the goal specific and attainable. Tie it back to insights from today’s session.

Next Steps

End on a positive note. Remind student they can reflect anytime and that you’re here to support.