Lesson Plan

Name That Job!

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Can you name the job that involves scholars, classes, and grades? If you guessed teacher, you just won a round of Name That Job! The second activity in a five-part college and career readiness unit has career seekers team up and go head to head to see who can identify a career based upon simple descriptive words.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Use the quick write as an exit ticket or closer for that portion of class 
  • As an extension, plan some Internet time, so individuals can research a new career they learned about during the game
Classroom Considerations
  • Make sure student helpers know their roles and are familiar with the career they are describing
  • Copy and laminate game cards to use them again and again
Pros
  • Pupils learn about a large number of careers in a short period of time, all while having fun!
  • The quick write at the end of the game helps you assess learning and gives young kids ideas for possible career interests
Cons
  • None