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Focus areas
Overview
Students read the story of J.P. Morgan and a supposed formula for success that reduces to two simple actions: make a list of what needs to be done, then do it. The lesson connects planning, priorities, daily habits, and follow-through. Students examine why success often depends less on knowing what to do than on consistently acting on important priorities.
Action plan
1. Read the story and identify the two-step formula. 2. Think about how priorities are revealed by actions. 3. Answer the grade-appropriate questions. 4. Create or improve one simple routine that helps you act on an important priority.
Coaching lens
The lesson reinforces executive-function habits such as planning, prioritizing, and follow-through. It helps students see that values and goals become visible through repeated daily decisions.