Lesson Plan: Back to School Survival Guide

Whether from the couch or in the classroom, getting back into the swing of school can be stressful. Don’t worry: Choices has your back to school survival needs covered

1. Which tools can help you stay focused in a home workspace? List two and explain how they are helpful. Keeping a basket close by allows you to move your workstation easily if you need to, while headphones send a subtle signal to others that you don’t want to be disturbed. 
2. What is “text neck” and how can you avoid it? “Text neck” is a type of neck strain that occurs from looking down at your phone. You can avoid it by holding your phone at eye level. 
3. Teague says that his routine and schedule are helpful when attending school online. Explain his reasoning. Having a consistent routine helps Teague stress less about things that are out of his control. His daily “todo” list helps him avoid procrastination.

1. Do you have a personal preference for online vs. inperson learning? Explain. Answers will vary. 
2. What do you do to stay calm during the school year? Possible answers: breathing techniques; full-body relaxation; listening to calming music; running or playing sports outside; drawing. 
3. Are there spots in your house where you have a hard time getting work done? Why? Where do you find it easier to get work done? Why? Possible answers: It is hard to get work done in my bed, on the couch, or in front of the TV, because these are spaces I usually relax in. It is easier to get work done at my desk or at the kitchen table, because even though they are less comfortable, they are better for focusing