Encourage learners to develop greater self-awareness and an understanding of perception versus reality. Here you'll find a life skills lesson plan that includes worksheets, discussion, and brainstorming activities on the topic of how we see ourselves and how we might be perceived by others.

Concepts

perspective, perspectives, diverse perspectives, self-awareness, life skills, communication, social development, socialization, social skills

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Additional Tags

college and career readiness

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Instructional Ideas

• This lesson can also be incorporated during a study of perspective, both in writing and in oral communication

Classroom Considerations

• Consider the approach you'll take for exercise #4, in which other students write down their perceptions of their peers in order to compare how they perceive themselves. Ensure sensitivity and a positive, constructive outlook throughout the activity, as well as altering any categories you think would not be appropriate

Pros

• All worksheets included
• Engaging, collaborative activities

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.6.1.a SL.7.1.a SL.8.1.a SL.9-10.1.a SL.11-12.1.a