Lesson Plan

Wellness Wheel Blueprint

Students will explore the six dimensions of wellness through interactive slides and a guided self-assessment, then set at least one SMART goal to improve an identified area of strength or growth.

This lesson builds self-awareness of holistic health by having students evaluate their physical, emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual, and environmental wellness, then practice goal-setting skills that support long-term well-being.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Wellness Dimensions

10 minutes

Step 2

Self-Assessment Wheel Completion

20 minutes

Step 3

Pair and Share

10 minutes

Step 4

Creating SMART Goals

15 minutes

Step 5

Assessment and Closure

5 minutes

Slide Deck

The Six Dimensions of Wellness

Welcome students and introduce the session. Emphasize holistic health and why understanding each dimension matters. Outline today’s flow: definitions, self-assessment, goal-setting.

Learning Objectives

Walk through each objective so students know what they will accomplish.

Physical Wellness

Explain that physical wellness is about caring for your body. Use familiar examples like exercise, sleep, and nutrition.

Emotional Wellness

Highlight that emotions are valid and managing them is a skill. Share quick coping strategies.

Social Wellness

Describe social wellness as quality relationships and community involvement. Encourage active listening.

Intellectual Wellness

Encourage intellectual curiosity and lifelong learning. Suggest hobbies and reading.

Spiritual Wellness

Clarify that spiritual doesn’t have to be religious; it’s about purpose and values.

Environmental Wellness

Point out how your surroundings affect mood and health.

Introducing SMART Goals

Introduce SMART goals so students know how to translate reflections into action.

Next Steps

Prepare students for the self-assessment wheel activity next. Remind them to be honest and thoughtful.