Lesson Plan

Choice Board Creation Plan

Students will work in small groups to select and complete one activity from a choice board to demonstrate understanding of the target skill and then reflect on their learning using a rubric.

This lesson promotes student autonomy, accommodates diverse learning needs, and increases engagement by letting 3rd grade special education students choose how they show mastery, supporting differentiated instruction.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Prepare Materials

15 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: Interest Inventory

10 minutes

Step 2

Introduction: Explore Choices

10 minutes

Step 3

Choice Selection

5 minutes

Step 4

Project Work

30 minutes

Step 5

Reflection & Assessment

15 minutes

Slide Deck

Options at a Glance

Introduce students to the four project options. Emphasize that they’ll pick one way to show what they know.

Option 1: Create a Poster

Point out the key steps and expected outcome: a colorful poster with images and labels.

Option 2: Write a Mini-Book

Explain that a mini-book is 4–6 pages they’ll write and illustrate.

Option 3: Build a Model

Describe materials and encourage 3-D creativity.

Option 4: Make a Digital Presentation

Show examples of simple video recordings or slide decks.

Next Steps: Choose Your Path

Prompt students to think about strengths and preferences. Remind them to consider their group’s skills.