Using time productively. A fully-resourced lesson (1 hour +) which can be used by teachers to deliver a detailed PSHE / Citizenship / Careers / Personal Development lesson
Learning objectives
To understand why organisation is important.
To consider how we can approach organising our weeks.
To be able to explain what the decision matrix is.
Some Key Terms Covered
Eisenhower Matrix, productivity, priority
Each Lesson Pack Contains:
1 Fully Editable Careers PowerPoint (Learning Outcomes, Confidence Checkers, Assessment of Learning, Variety of Tasks, Video Embedded URL Clips, Engaging Premium Quality Slides, Extra Support Websites, Challenging & Thoughtful Questioning)
Assessment Opportunity (Confidence Checker)
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Building for the Future – PSHE Unit (: Health & Wellbeing)
Building for the Future – PSHE Unit (: Health & Wellbeing) Perfect for schools following the PSHE Association’s Secondary Thematic Programme Builder Topic Focus: Self-esteem, stress management, time balance, and planning for the future Help your students start the academic year with confidence, resilience, and a future-focused mindset. This Building for the Future PSHE unit equips learners with practical tools to manage pressure, boost self-worth, navigate digital life, and explore long-term aspirations. Designed to align with the PSHE Association’s Autumn 1 theme, these lessons support students in developing a strong emotional foundation as they move through secondary school. Included Lesson Packs: ☞ Mental Health: Causes and Influences ☞ Stress, Life Events, Exercise & Sleep ☞ Social Media vs Reality ☞ Boosting Self-Esteem ☞ Managing Time & Technology Use ☞ Planning for the Future ☞ Stress & Relaxation ☞ What is Stress? ☞ Exam Stress & Performance Tips Bonus Materials ☞ Personal Wellbeing Quiz ☞ Y11 PSHE Introduction Lesson ________________________________________ Learning Outcomes Students will learn to: • Maintain a healthy self-concept and challenge harmful stereotypes • Balance ambition with realistic expectations • Build motivation, self-belief, and resilience • Understand stress and apply strategies for managing it • Establish healthy digital habits and sleep routines • Explore future goals and plan with purpose What’s Included in Every Lesson Pack: • 1 Fully Editable PowerPoint • Student Worksheets • Mindfulness Extension Activities • Assessment Opportunities (Confidence Checkers) • Teacher Notes & Delivery Support • Video Links, Group Tasks & Enrichment Content • Aligned with PSHE PoS refs: H2, H3, H4, H8, H12, L22 • Compliant with 2020 Statutory Health & RSE Guidance The Cre8tive Curriculum Way We’re here to help teachers empower students with knowledge, confidence, and the tools they need to thrive—now and in the future. Every pack is ready to teach, adaptable, and designed for maximum impact.
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Self-Improvement, Self-Care & Developing Soft Skills – PSHE / Citizenship Unit
Self-Improvement, Self-Care & Developing Soft Skills – PSHE / Citizenship Unit This dynamic and essential unit supports students in developing critical life skills that foster personal growth, emotional wellbeing, and effective communication. Designed to empower young people, the unit focuses on building self-awareness, accountability, resilience, and motivation—core attributes that contribute to success both in and outside of school. Students will explore how to make thoughtful decisions, communicate responsibly, manage stress through self-care, and develop perseverance to overcome challenges. These lessons nurture the soft skills that are increasingly valued by employers and essential for healthy relationships and lifelong learning. **Contents** • 7 Fully Editable Lesson Packs (see lesson topics below) • 7 Homework Ideas • 7 End-of-Lesson Confidence Checker Assessments • 1 Escape Room (Team Building Activity) **Lesson Topics** 1. Making Big and Small Life Decisions & Being Accountable 2. Speaking Responsibly & Listening Critically 3. How Do I Prepare for Tests & Exams? 4. Becoming a Responsible Citizen 5. Giving & Earning Respect 6. Follow Your Dreams: Motivation & Perseverance 7. Stress Management & Self-Care **Each Lesson PowerPoint Contains:** • Fully editable PowerPoints including: o Learning Outcomes o Confidence Checkers o Assessment of Learning o A variety of engaging student tasks o Embedded video links o High-quality visuals o Additional resource websites o Thought-provoking questions • Assessment Opportunity (Confidence Checker) • Teacher Notes on select slides • Fully aligned with latest DfE Guidance, PSHE Association core themes, and Gatsby Benchmarks in Careers Education **Learning Outcomes** • Understand the factors that make decision-making challenging, explain the importance of accountability, and explore different strategies for effective decision-making. • Define what it means to speak responsibly and listen critically; identify and evaluate various types of listening skills. • Recognise different learning styles, select preparation techniques suited to individual styles, and plan practical steps to prepare for tests and exams. • Explain the meaning of responsibility, reflect on how responsibility applies across different areas of life, and develop a personal responsibility action plan. • Define respect, understand how to earn respect from others, and practice ways to give respect in everyday interactions. • Identify personal motivators, understand perseverance, and develop criteria for recognising personal success. • Recognise signs of stress, explore how self-care can reduce stress, and create a personalised self-care plan. **Key Words** Accountability, Decision-Making, Responsibility Communication, Listening Skills, Critical Thinking Learning Styles, Revision, Exam Preparation Respect, Empathy, Interpersonal Skills Motivation, Perseverance, Goal Setting Stress, Self-Care, Emotional Wellbeing **We sell Complete Careers Units - Take a look at some of them here:** ⇨ [CAREERS KS3 UNIT](/teaching-resource/ks3-careers-unit-gatsby-benchmark-standards-12220690) ⇨ [Careers, Employability Skills + Enterprise Unit ](/teaching-resource/year-11-careers-unit-12168193) ⇨ [Careers and Gatsby Benchmarks Quizzes ](/teaching-resource/careers-and-gatsby-benchmark-12148009) ⇨ [Post 16 Options and Careers Lesson](/teaching-resource/post-16-options-careers-12167356) ⇨ [Careers and Employment Activities and Cardsorts ](/teaching-resource/careers-and-employment-12110887) ⇨ [Skills and Qualities Careers Quiz ](/teaching-resource/skills-and-qualities-careers-quiz-12148001) ⇨ [Careers - Writing a Personal Statement](/teaching-resource/careers-personal-statements-12168159) ⇨ [Careers - Student Workbook](/teaching-resource/careers-work-book-gatsby-benchmarks-12167891) ⇨ [Careers - Interview Preparation Lesson ](/teaching-resource/interview-preparation-careers-12168169) Be Ofsted and DfE PSHE ready with our resources! Product Code: C8/CCB/
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Aspirations & The Future – Year 8 Careers Unit
Aspirations & The Future – Year 8 Careers Unit A fresh PSHE / Citizenship unit designed to inspire and prepare Year 8 students for their future ambitions. 📦 Contents • 7 Lesson Packs (see topics below) • 7 Homework Ideas • 7 End of Lesson Confidence Checker Assessments • 1 Escape Room (Team Building Activity) 📚 Lesson Topics 1. 🚀 Follow Your Dreams – Motivation & Perseverance 2. 🌐 The Future – Metaverse & Augmented Reality Opportunities 3. 🤝 What is Active Citizenship? 4. ⏳ How to Use My Time Productively (Weekly Planning) 5. 🤝 Giving & Earning Respect 6. 📈 Improving Our Own Learning and Performance 7. 🗣️ How to Debate & Have Meaningful Discussions 🎥 Each Lesson PowerPoint Contains: • Fully editable PowerPoint (Learning Outcomes, Confidence Checkers, Assessment of Learning, Variety of Tasks, Video Embedded URL Clips, Premium Quality Slides, Extra Support Websites, Thought-Provoking Questions) • Assessment Opportunity (Confidence Checker) • Teacher Notes (on some slides) • Mapped against latest DfE Guidance, PSHE Association Core Themes, and Gatsby Benchmarks in Careers Education 🎯 Learning Outcomes: • Understand what motivates me, explore perseverance, and consider how to recognise success. • Consider how the world has changed over time, understand how AI impacts life now, and imagine future developments. • Define active citizenship, explore how to be active citizens, and identify ways to overcome barriers. • Recognise why organisation matters, learn how to plan a productive week, and understand the decision matrix. • Understand respect, explore how to earn it, and learn how to give respect to others. • Distinguish between growth and fixed mindsets, understand the value of constructive criticism, and discover how to keep developing. • Differentiate between debate and argument, identify key traits of a debate, and consider approaches for meaningful discussions. 🔑 Key Words Perseverance, Motivation, Resilience, Commitment Augmented Reality, Metaverse, Smart Glasses Empowered, Inspired, Drive Eisenhower Matrix, Productivity, Priority Integrity, Honesty, Reliability, Empathy, Competence Growth Mindset, Fixed Mindset, Constructive Criticism, Destructive Criticism Debate Motion, Proposition, Opposition **We sell Complete Careers Units - Take a look at some of them here:** ⇨ [CAREERS KS3 UNIT](/teaching-resource/ks3-careers-unit-gatsby-benchmark-standards-12220690) ⇨ [Careers, Employability Skills + Enterprise Unit ](/teaching-resource/year-11-careers-unit-12168193) ⇨ [Careers and Gatsby Benchmarks Quizzes ](/teaching-resource/careers-and-gatsby-benchmark-12148009) ⇨ [Post 16 Options and Careers Lesson](/teaching-resource/post-16-options-careers-12167356) ⇨ [Careers and Employment Activities and Cardsorts ](/teaching-resource/careers-and-employment-12110887) ⇨ [Skills and Qualities Careers Quiz ](/teaching-resource/skills-and-qualities-careers-quiz-12148001) ⇨ [Careers - Writing a Personal Statement](/teaching-resource/careers-personal-statements-12168159) ⇨ [Careers - Student Workbook](/teaching-resource/careers-work-book-gatsby-benchmarks-12167891) ⇨ [Careers - Interview Preparation Lesson ](/teaching-resource/interview-preparation-careers-12168169) Be Ofsted and DfE PSHE ready with our resources! Product Code: C8/CCB/
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