Just One Word for New Year Goal

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a benefit of having a clear goal for the school year?

• It helps you stay focused and motivated.

• It makes school more difficult.

• It prevents you from making new friends.

• It means you never have to change your plans.

Open Ended

Why do you think setting a one-word resolution can be powerful for achieving your goals?

Open Ended

How do you want to be remembered when this year is over?

Multiple Choice

What are the steps to narrow down your word choice to just one word as described in the images?

• Highlight words, discuss with a partner, choose one word

• Choose a word randomly, write its definition, explain its meaning

• Ask a friend to pick for you, write synonyms, explain why

• Pick the first word you see, write it down, move on

Open Ended

Explain why you chose your word of the year and how it will help you stay focused on your goals and dreams.

Open Ended

The activity 'Just One Word' encourages you to summarize your goals for the year in a single word. Why do you think choosing just one word can be powerful for setting intentions?