Lesson Plan
Choice & Consequence Blueprint
Students will explore how everyday choices about substance use can influence their future by engaging in debates, reflective journaling, and a group commitment activity to foster healthy decision-making.
This lesson empowers 7th graders to recognize the ripple effects of their choices, build critical thinking around short-term vs. long-term outcomes, and strengthen personal accountability for wellbeing.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation
20 minutes
Step 1
Opening & Engagement
10 minutes
Step 2
Paths We Take Presentation
15 minutes
Step 3
Debate: Short vs. Long Term Gains
20 minutes
Step 4
Journal: Future Self Letter
15 minutes
Step 5
Commitment Circle
10 minutes
Step 6
Reflection & Closing
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Paths We Take
Meet Alex and Jordan
Decision Point 1: After–School Plans
Decision Point 2: Weekend Study vs. Experimentation
Alex’s Path
Jordan’s Path
Reflection Pause
Key Takeaway

Discussion


Journal


Cool Down

