Lead - Lesson Plan Set (12 Lesson Plans)

12 Lesson Plans · 12 Video Lessons · Printable Handouts

Many of us hear the word "leader" and immediately think it doesn't apply to us.  We feel we need to have a certain personality type or meet certain prerequisites, but when we dig deeper we find out that this isn't true. In fact, each person is fully capable of being a leader and being a good one at that. In this series, we explore what it means to be a leader who can make a difference in today's world.

Each lesson plan includes a 5 minute video on the topic.

Grades level: 9-12

Lesson Plan Durations: 45-60 min each

Lessons:

• Lesson 1: Who can be a leader?
• Lesson 2: Your Why
• Lesson 3: Mindset
• Lesson 4: Authenticity
• Lesson 5: Empathy
• Lesson 6: Humility
• Lesson 7: Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Lesson 8: Emotional Intelligence
• Lesson 9: Giving Direction
• Lesson 10: Clarity & Collaboration
• Lesson 11: Conflict Resolution
• Lesson 12: Who should be a leader?

Learning outcomes:

It is expected that students will learn: 

• What it means to be a leader, starting with the fact that everyone can be one.
  
• A deeper understanding of the most important traits and skills of good leaders, including authenticity, humility, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence.
  
• Practical advice on how to identify their motivation and mindset within their leadership roles.
  
• How to successfully navigate conflict, solve problems, and clearly communicate and work together with a diverse group of people.
  
• Understanding leadership as a responsibility that is primarily about building trust and serving others.

For a sample video, see: https://youtu.be/2mBYwNcgiUc

Bundle includes: 

• All Lead lesson plans, streamable videos, and accompanying printable material

Required material (not included):

Who can be a leader?

• Flashcards, Tape, Pens
• Word Cloud on <www.mentimeter.com> (create free account)

Authenticity

• Poster paper, scissors, glue sticks, and magazines that can be cut up

Critical thinking & Problem solving

• Masking tape & Newspaper

Emotional Intelligence

• Art supplies (e.g., water colors, paintbrushes, crayons)

Giving Direction

• 2 - 3 long, light rods or sticks (e.g. broomsticks, hockey sticks)
• Paper, pencils, whiteboard

NB: Purchase includes access to streamable video and downloadable resources for 6 months.