Benefits of Leisure Activities - Vocational

Vocational

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Teachers

Definition:Benefits of Leisure Activities - The good and positive results of leisure activities.

Key Terms:

  1. Interests - Wanting to know or learn about something or someone.
  2. Hobbies - An activity done regularly in one’s free time for enjoyment.
  3. Rewarding - Providing satisfaction or gratification.
  4. Enjoyment - Taking pleasure in something.
  5. Relaxation - Being free of tension and anxiety.
  6. Stress - Mental or emotional strain because of demanding circumstances.

Discussion Points

  • Participation in leisure activities has many benefits to people.
  • Leisure activities can help you learn new things and keep your brain active.
  • Leisure activities can help increase socialization.
  • Leisure activities can help you reduce stress and anxiety.
  • Leisure activities can help you stay healthy and maintain weight.
  • Leisure activities can help you to be creative and express yourself.

Activity 1: Leisure Benefits Assessment

Students will complete Leisure Benefits Assessment individually, by placing a check mark next to the statement that best represents how often leisure activities impact them in a particular way. When completed, students should give themselves 2 points for each “Always” response, 1 point for each “Sometimes” response, and no points for each “Never” response. Students will total points then look on the results chart to determine how much Leisure Activities benefit each of them.

Materials Needed:
  • Student Activity Sheet A
  • writing utensil

Activity 2: Name the Leisure Activity

Teacher will distribute a copy of Students Activity Sheet B to each student. Students will read the different benefits leisure activities may have on them, then name any leisure activity they can think of that could give them that benefit. Students should not use the same activity twice. When everyone is done, go around the classroom and have each student share one response with the class.

Materials Needed:
  • Student Activity Sheet B
  • writing utensil

Script Writing and Animation

Script Prompt: Pair students and have them take turns creating a movie clip about one of the following topics listed below. Students should name and record their scripts using SiLAS software, and save the final movie.

Materials Needed:
  • Script sheet for each group
  • Pencil for each student
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  1. Participating in a leisure activity that promotes socialization
  2. Participating in a leisure activity that improves health
  3. Participating in a leisure activity that increases creativity
  4. Participating in a leisure activity that reduces stress or anxiety
  5. Participating in a leisure activity that involves exercising your brain

Lesson Review

Allow students to complete the student lesson review sheet. Discuss answers when finished.

Materials Needed:
  • Student Lesson Review Sheet - 1 per student
  • Pencil for each student
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Students

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Student Activity Sheets A

Directions: Use the link below to open the Student Activity Sheet A.

Student Activity Sheet A

Student Activity Sheet B

Directions: Read the different benefits leisure activities may have on you, then name any leisure activity you can think of that could give you that benefit. Try not to use the same activity twice.


Increases my creativity

Helps me deal with stress

Keeps me healthy

Makes me feel happy

Shows responsibility

Gives me a sense of belonging

Makes me feel important

Uses thinking skills

Learn something new

Keeps me active

Socialize with friends

Gives me a sense of belonging

Practice problem solving

Uses teamwork

Makes me feel calm

Increases my self-esteem

Gives me enjoyment

Student Lesson Review Sheet

Directions: To check your understanding of the lesson, answer the following questions.

1. Name three benefits of participating in a leisure activity:

2. What are some hobbies you have?

3. Name three leisure activities you participate in:

4. How do you think your life would be different if you did not have the opportunity to participate in leisure activities?