Lesson Plan
Boosting Focus Strategies
Students will learn three evidence-based focus strategies, practice self-monitoring during a short task, and engage in an on-task challenge to boost engagement and self-regulation.
Many 5th graders struggle to sustain attention and self-regulate. This lesson offers concrete strategies, hands-on practice, and a game to reinforce on-task behaviors and build lasting focus skills.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up & Objectives
5 minutes
Step 2
Teach & Model Strategies
10 minutes
Step 3
Guided Practice with Checklist
8 minutes
Step 4
On-Task Challenge Game
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Closing
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Behavior Boost: Focus Strategies
Why Focus Matters
Strategy 1: Task Chunking
Strategy 2: Positive Self-Talk
Strategy 3: Timed Breaks
Recap & Next Steps

Worksheet


Game

