Using a Planner

6th GradeSkills Needed for Middle School and

Post-Secondary Success

(Microsoft, 2011 a,b,c)

Video

• As you watch, consider the dialogue that may go with the cartoon.

Pair Activity

In pairs, discuss:1. Who are the characters in this cartoon?2. What are they saying to one another?

1. Watch the video again and write down what each character is saying.

3. Is this scenario something you can relate to? Why or why not?

Today’s Objectives

• Discuss the importance of using a planner/ assignment book.

• Learn strategies for using your planner/assignment book effectively.

(Microsoft, 2011)

Pre-Test

1. How do you use your planner/assignment book?

2. What are two things you should record in your planner/assignment book?

3. How can using a planner/assignment book help you be successful in middle and high school and in college?

Activity

1. On your own, read “Alex and His Assignment Book.”

2. Think about the questions at the bottom of the page.

3. In pairs:1. Discuss the questions2. Complete the planner pages using the scenario.

Filling in the Planner

• What events/assignments/activities/due dates/upcoming quizzes and tests did you fill in for Alex?

• Did you include times for Alex to study and practice his music?– If so, when?– If not, when should he do these things?

Monday, Sept. 22 Monday, Sept. 29

Tuesday, Sept. 23 Tuesday, Sept. 30

Wednesday, Sept. 24 Wednesday, Oct. 1

Thursday, Sept. 25 Thursday, Oct. 2

Friday, Sept. 26 Friday, Oct. 3

Saturday, Sept. 27 Saturday, Oct. 4

Sunday, Sept. 28 Sunday, Oct. 5

What To Write in Your Planner?

• Assignments• Due Dates• Upcoming Quizzes and Tests• Projects• Extra-curricula Activities• Events• Study Schedule• Practice Schedule

When to Use Your Planner?

• Every day!• Every class!• When you

complete a task, cross it off or check it off!

Discuss

• What are some reasons to use a planner?

• How might it help you be a successful student now and in the future?

What To Write in Your Planner?

Update Your Readiness Rubric

• Self-Management– I use a planner or calendar to organize my time• Never, Rarely, Often, Never

– Developing or Meeting

Post-Test

1. How do you use your planner/assignment book?

2. What are two things you should record in your planner/assignment book?

3. How can using a planner/assignment book help you be successful in middle and high school and in college?

Review

• You should use your planner everyday and bring it to every class.

• You can record things like assignments, activities, upcoming tests and quizzes, due dates, your study schedule, and extra-curriculars in your planner.

• Using a planner helps keep you organized, helps you keep track of important assignments and due dates, and helps you find time for studying and for fun!

Next Class

• Planner Check!–Make sure

you use your planner as discussed today!

(Microsoft, 2011)

References

• Microsoft Office Images. (2011). Planner. Retrieved from http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/images/results.aspx?qu=planner#ai:MP900405396|