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Sub Plans for Teen Health: Motivating Articles on Google Docs or Print for Class

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This top-rated resource can now be used in three different ways:

  • Step-by-Step Sub Plan Directions – Perfect for an independent, ready-to-go sub lesson
  • Teach In-Class – Follow the included teacher-led instructions to guide students through the lesson
  • Teach Online – A fully independent student version on Google Drive, ideal for home learning



Why You’ll Love This Resource:

This lesson resonates with all teenagers. It offers an inspiring look into the childhoods of 24 celebrities who faced incredible challenges and found ways to succeed.

Real-life motivation for students – They’ll read about stars like:

  • Selena Gomez – Born to a 16-year-old mother and struggled with early fame
  • Shaquem Griffin – Had his hand amputated at age 4 but became an NFL player
  • Jim Carrey – Lived in a van before making it big
  • Henry Cavill – Told he wasn’t good enough for Hollywood, but became Superman
  • Dua Lipa – A teacher once told her she couldn’t sing—now she’s a Grammy-winning artist

By reading these stories, students will be inspired to overcome their own hardships and share their takeaways with peers.



Teacher-Tested & Student-Approved:

  • Created by a teacher – This activity has been classroom-tested for years with 9th graders and is always a favorite
  • Engaging & Relatable – A perfect Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) lesson
  • All Future Updates Included – New celebrities, activities, and updates are free for life



What Teachers Are Saying:

  • "A lifesaver!"
  • "Engaging and meaningful!"
  • "Students loved reading the real-world experiences in the articles."
  • "It is so nice to know they are accomplishing something meaningful when I’m out!"



What’s Included in This Resource:

  • 35-Page PDF of All Articles – Ready for students to read and analyze
  • Google Docs & Google Slides Version – Fully interactive for online or in-class learning
  • Step-by-Step Teacher Directions – Makes teaching easy and stress-free
  • Original "Sub Plan" Directions – Just send the links, and it’s completely independent
  • Additional Celebrity Articles – Located in the “Extra Articles” folder
  • "Overcoming Hardships Reflection Worksheet" – Encourages students to reflect on what they learned
  • Follow-Up "Celebrity Homework" Assignment – Extends learning beyond the classroom
  • Learning Target Posters & Student Check-Off Sheets – Helps students track progress



Extend This Lesson to a Full 5-Day Unit:

  • Bonus Day 2 – "Overcoming Hardships" Personal Survey & Goal-Setting Activity
  • Bonus Day 3 – "Motivating Quotes" Handout & Art Project (Student examples included)
  • Bonus Days 4 & 5 – Mahatma Gandhi "Character" Poster & Art Project
  • Bonus – Links to inspiring videos students can watch while working on their projects



Meets National & State Standards:

  • Integrated Skills-Based & Content-Based Learning
  • Meets High School/Middle School National Health Education Standards
  • Aligns with Health Common Core & Washington State’s Rigorous Health Standards



Low Prep – High Impact:

Just print or assign digitally, and you’re ready to go. Perfect for last-minute sub plans or an inspiring in-class lesson!



This resource is taken directly from our Full Semester/Year High School Health Curriculum, and our Middle/Junior High School Health Curriculum, which are both #1 Best-Selling Health Curriculums on TPT!



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Rachel L.

Students enjoyed reading the articles and relating to the stories.

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HOWARDscienceDESIGNS

This is my first time teaching a teen leadership course to troubled students. I found this resource very helpful.

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Brooke P.

What a great resource for my students to use in class! This is better than using the typical "reflection" type questions following a lesson. Love it!

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Jessica Q.

I like the articles, but would love if there were comprehension questions to go along with each of the articles.

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Jodi F.

Great resource to use with my struggling at risk students - very helpful!