📚 Topic Summary
Setting fun and specific activity goals helps kids stay motivated and track their progress. Instead of saying "I want to be better at basketball," a specific goal would be "I want to practice dribbling for 30 minutes, 3 times a week." Making goals measurable and enjoyable increases the likelihood of achieving them. Break down big dreams into smaller, manageable steps to make it even easier!
🧠 Part A: Vocabulary
Match the terms with their definitions:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Specific |
a. Something you aim to achieve. |
| 2. Measurable |
b. Sticking to your goal even when it's tough. |
| 3. Goal |
c. Clearly defined; not general. |
| 4. Achieve |
d. Able to be counted or tracked. |
| 5. Perseverance |
e. To successfully reach a goal. |
(Answers: 1-c, 2-d, 3-a, 4-e, 5-b)
📝 Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the blanks with the correct words from the word bank: fun, specific, measurable, steps, achievable.
Setting _______ goals helps you know exactly what you're trying to do. Make sure your goal is also ________, meaning you can track your progress. Try to make your goals _______ to keep you motivated! Break big goals down into smaller ________. Making your goal ________ means it's realistic for you!
(Answers: specific, measurable, fun, steps, achievable)
💡 Part C: Critical Thinking
Think about an activity you enjoy. Describe a specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goal related to that activity. Why is it important to set goals in this way?