Lesson Plan

Hidden Paths Plan

Students will discover and research unconventional careers, evaluate their pros and cons, and debate reality versus dreams to build career readiness and curiosity.

By exploring offbeat professions, students expand their understanding of real-world opportunities, learn how to research niche paths, and practice critical evaluation—skills essential for informed future planning.

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Review & Print Materials

20 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Slide Presentation: Offbeat Careers

10 minutes

Step 3

Reading Profiles & Jigsaw

15 minutes

Step 4

Pros & Cons Gallery Walk

15 minutes

Step 5

Dream vs. Reality Debate

10 minutes

Step 6

Wrap-Up & Exit Ticket

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Offbeat Careers Showcase

What are Offbeat Careers?

Professional Cuddler

Pet Food Taster

Ethical Hacker

Water Slide Tester

Virtual Reality Architect

Urban Beekeeper

LEGO Sculptor

Next Steps & Reflection

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Discussion

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Unlocking Hidden Paths

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Gisela Ramírez Zerón

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