Substitute plan · Grade 6 · 2026-2027
Week 4 — Sep 7-11
Habit 3: Put First Things First
Module 13: Time Matrix
Labor Day Sep 7 - no school.
What students should walk away with
Two short AI lessons per week are paired with the current Leader in Me focus.
The Time Matrix helps students recognize attention capture and make intentional Q2 choices.
Day-by-day
Tuesday
Introduce the habit and teach Lesson 49 (20-30 min).
Wednesday
Quick review and practice: students name one place the habit shows up in their day.
Thursday
Minimum day: teach AI Algorithms: How Well Do They Know You? (20 min).
Friday
Teach Lesson 51 (20-30 min).
Leader in Me lessons
Lesson 49
I can categorize activities using the Time Matrix.
Lesson 51
I can utilize the Time Matrix to prioritize Q2 activities.
Leader in Me links require the classroom teacher's district sign-in. If the substitute cannot sign in, use the discussion fallback below.
Digital lessons
- AI Literacy20 min
AI Algorithms: How Well Do They Know You?
Examine how recommendation systems shape online content and student choices.
- AI Literacy15 min
AI Chatbots: Who's Behind the Screen?
Analyze why chatbots sound human and how that can influence trust.
No-prep fallback (always safe)
- Post the habit on the board: Habit 3: Put First Things First.
- Ask: "Where did you see this habit this week — at school or online?"
- Students write a 5-sentence journal response and share one example with a partner.
- Close with three volunteers sharing out; collect journals for the teacher.