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www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 1 :::Learning About LeisureLearning About Leisurethrough ACTIVITIESByDanny Wayne Pettry IICertified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist 2006, Danny Pettry, All Rights Reserved.
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 2 :::Learning About LeisureCopyright NoticeCopyright 2006 by Danny W. Pettry II. All rights reserved. Printed in theUnited States of America. This book contains activity worksheets that areexclusive with the author.Important: You have full permission toemail, print, and distribute this e-book toanyone as long as you include its fullcontents including this title page and alllinks shown throughout this e-book.Disclaimer NoticeThe author and publisher are not responsible for actions taken by anybody wholeads group activities that are presented in this book. Group leaders areresponsible for their own actions. The activities in this book are designed to teachthe basics of a healthy leisure lifestyle for participants. The safety of participantsor anyone who participates in activities should be taken into consideration at alltimes when leading group activities. For information, email:dannyctrs@hotmail.com
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 3 :::Learning About LeisureContentsLearning About Leisure through ACTIVITIES eBookContentsLearning ObjectiviesActivity L-1 Introduction to Leisure SkillsActivity L-2 Leisure Skills ChecklistActivity L-3 Leisure Skills Secret Code ActivityActivity L-4 Leisure Skills Word Search PuzzleActivity L-5 Leisure Skills Crossword PuzzleActivity L-6 Leisure Skills Matching ActivityActivity L-7 Leisure Skills CollageActivity L-8 Leisure and HobbiesActivity L-9 Leisure and Community ActivitiesActivity L-10 Leisure Time ManagementActivity L-11 Leisure and BenefitsActivity L-12 Leisure, Are You Complete?Activity L-13 Leisure-A-HolicActivity L-14 Leisure Doodle and CharadesActivity L-15 Leisure, Rest, and RelaxationActivity L-16 Leisure Versus Self-harmActivity L-17 Leisure and LifeActivity L-18 Leisure Pros and ConsActivity L-19 Leisure Goal PlanningActivity L-20 Leisure Skills Evaluation3457101214161820222426283032342638404244
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 4 :::Learning About LeisureLearning About Leisurethrough ACTIVITIESLearning -13L-14L-15L-16L-17L-18L-19L-20To understand leisureTo have participant identify personal benefits he or she gains from leisureTo identify different types of leisure activitiesTo increase familiarization of leisure related vocabularyTo increase familiarization of leisure related vocabularyTo identify different types of leisure activitiesTo identify leisure activitiesTo identify personal leisure interestsTo be aware of community leisure resourcesTo be aware of your leisure timeTo be aware of the benefits of leisureTo identify areas that a person needs to engage in order to be completeTo identify consequences of not balancing work and leisureTo demonstrate awareness of leisure activitiesTo identify calming leisure activitiesTo identify leisure activities to be done as alternatives to harmful activitiesTo identify personal values pertaining to leisureTo identify the benefits of participating in leisure activities versus theconsequences of not participatingTo make a commitment to participate in leisure activityTo demonstrate understanding of leisure
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 5 :::Learning About LeisureActivity L-1: Introduction to Leisure SkillsInstructor’s GuideACTIVITYObjective: To understand leisureSupplies: Copy of activity found on nextpage for each participant.Group Size: 2 to 10 participantsIntroduction: The purpose of this handoutis to introduce definitions of leisure, toidentify the different types of leisureactivities, and to describe benefits ofleisure.Process: Explain purpose of activity. Passout handout. Randomly select participantsto read sections aloud.1.2.3.4.5.6.DISCUSSION QUESTIONSWhat does it mean to “act incompelling love?”What does freedom fromenvironment mean?How is leisure described?What is your personal definition ofleisure?Give one example for each type ofleisure activity listed on the page.Are you able to think of other typesof leisure activities?
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 6 :::Learning About LeisureName: Date: Activity: L-1Introduction to Leisure SkillsOnce you have read this lesson you will be able to: Understand leisureKnow different types of leisure activitiesHave awareness of the benefits of leisureWhat is leisure?According to Geoffrey Godbey, “leisure is freedom from [the environment] toact from compelling love in ways which are personally pleasing, intuitivelyworthwhile and provide a basis for faith.” (Godbey, 1985).Leisure is often defined by time and activity: Time: free time for enjoyment Activity: recreation activities.(DeGraff, D., Debra, J., and DeGraaf, K., 1999)Leisure is often viewed as freely choosing to do activities after responsibilities arecompleted. These activities are enjoyable, pleasing, and relaxing that are doneduring time that is not meant for other jobs. (McGuire, F., Boyd, R., andRaymond, T., 1996).What are the different types of leisure activities? Social:Activities done with other peopleCreative: Activities, where a person makes or creates somethingPhysical: Activities that require body movementCognitive: Activities that require a person to thinkRelaxation: Activities, where a person does to feel calmSpiritual: Activities, where a person submits to a higher powerWhat can leisure do for a person?Leisure offers many benefits to participants. The primary benefits include: Improved healthImproved social relationshipsImproved physical fitnessImproved mental healthIncreased life satisfaction and enjoyment (and)Personal development and growth.
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 7 :::Learning About LeisureActivity L-2: Leisure Skills ChecklistInstructor’s GuideACTIVITYObjective: To have participant identify thepersonal benefits he or she gains fromparticipating in leisure activities.Supplies: Copies of activity found on nexttwo pages and one pencil for eachparticipant.Group Size: 2 to 10 participantsPurpose: The purpose of this activity is tohave participants increase their awarenessof what they gain from leisure.Process: Explain purpose of activity. Passout supplies. Require participant’s to checkthe appropriate answer for each statement.Remind participants to be honest based onhis or her life experiences. Explain toparticipants that they should not check“always” if they do not feel that thestatement reflects his or her.SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Allow use of colored pencils forcreativity. Provide one-on-one assistance withparticipants as needed.DISCUSSION QUESTIONS1. Do you agree with the results of yourleisure skills checklist?2. Explain how leisure can be social.3. Explain how leisure can be relaxing.4. Explain how leisure can be physical.5. Explain how leisure can be intellectual.6. Explain how leisure can improvehealth.7. Explain how leisure can help a personto feel positive.8. Explain how leisure can help a personfeel adventurous.9. What would the world be like if peopledid not experience leisure?10. What did you learn about yourself fromthis checklist?11. How can you improve your life basedon what you learned from thischecklist?12. Which areas of your life would you liketo improve?
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 8 :::Learning About LeisureName: Date: Activity: L-2Leisure Skills ChecklistDirections: Place a checkmark in the column to identify your answer. Be honest.Statement about LeisureAlways Some Never1. Leisure helps me to stay well2. Leisure helps me to cope with stress3. Leisure helps me to cope with anger4. Leisure helps me to feel positive5. Leisure helps me cope with anxiety6. Leisure makes me feel confident7. Leisure makes me feel in control of my life.8. Leisure improves my thinking skills9. Leisure requires me to be responsible10. Leisure helps me to appreciate nature11. Leisure helps me to be a leader12. Leisure helps me to be creative13. Leisure helps me to have adventure14. Leisure helps me to be spiritual15. Leisure makes me feel free16. Leisure probably prevents diseases17. Leisure probably improves my health18. Leisure improves my physical strength19. Leisure probably could prevent a stroke20. Leisure probably improves my breathing21. Leisure helps me cope with pain22. Leisure helps me to lose weight23. Leisure improves my relationships24. Leisure helps me to bond with my family.25. Leisure helps me to have friendships26. Leisure helps me to get along with others27. Leisure helps me to appreciate life28. Leisure helps me to feel important29. Leisure helps me to have fun30. Leisure helps me to stay occupied31. Leisure keeps me off streets/ out of gangs32. Leisure helps me to feel peace33. Leisure provides entertainment for me34. Leisure increases my time spent outdoors35. Leisure is beneficial to my overall lifeScoring: Score 2 points for always, score 1 point for some, score 0 points for neverTotal Score:
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 9 :::Learning About LeisureActivity L-2ContinuedLeisure Skills ChecklistTOTAL SCOREUnder 13You strongly do not believe that leisure is helping you oryou do not participate in many leisure activities.14 – 27You think leisure is not helping you or you are notactively participating in many leisure activities.28 – 41You are undecided about leisure in your life.42 – 55You believe you receive benefits from your leisure56 – 70You strongly believe that you receive many benefitsfrom your leisure. If you checked “Always” on statements 23, 24, 25, 26, and 27 then you viewleisure as being social. You probably participate in activities with other people. If you checked “Always” on statements 2, 3, and 5 then you view leisure asrelaxation. You probably participate in activities that help you to relax. If you checked “Always” on statements 1, 16, 17, 19, and 20 then you view yourleisure to be a way to keep you healthy. You probably participate in activities thathelp to keep you fit and well. If you checked “Always” on statements 4, 6, 28, and 29 then you view yourleisure as being a positive experience. You probably participate in activities thatmake you feel good about life and living. If you checked “Always” on statement 13 then your leisure helps you to be freeand adventurous. You probably participate in activities that require an element ofrisk. If you checked “Always” on statement 8 then you view your leisure as beingintellectual. You probably participate in activities that require concentration. If you checked “Always” on statements 10 and 34 then you view leisure as a wayto appreciate nature and the outdoors.
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 10 :::Learning About LeisureActivity L-3: Leisure Skills Secret Code ActivityInstructor’s GuideACTIVITYObjective: To identify different types ofleisure activitiesSupplies: One copy of activity found onnext page and one pencil for eachparticipant.1.2.3.4.Group Size: 2 to 10 participants5.Introduction: The purpose of this activityis to increase awareness of different typesof leisure activities.Process: Explain purpose of activity.Explain directions as described on the nextpage. Pass out supplies.SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Allow use of colored pencils forcreativity. Provide one-on-one assistance withparticipants as needed.6.DISCUSSION QUESTIONSWhat was the purpose of this activity?Which type of activities do you prefermost out of the seven answers on theworksheet?What are the benefits of each type ofactivity?Where could you go to do each of theseseven types of activities?Where could you go to learn about eachof these seven different activities?Name a person who could help youlearn about each of these 7 differentactivities. Naturally, this could promptseven different individuals.ANSWERS1.2.3.4.5.6.7.DancesArts and CraftsSocial InteractionDramaPhysical FitnessCognitive ActivitiesOutdoor Activities
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 11 :::Learning About LeisureName: Date: Activity: L-3Leisure Skills Secret Code ActivityDirections: Write the letter for each number to solve the 8R19S20T21U22V23W24X25Y26Z1. Folk, ballet, tap, modern, and hip hop are all types of:4 – 1 – 14 – 3 – 5 – 192. Photography, painting, weaving, and making things are all types of:1 – 18 – 20 – 191 – 14 – 43 – 18 – 1 – 6 – 20 – 193. Parties, board games, picnics and discussions are all types of:19 – 15 – 3 – 9 – 1 – 121 – 3 – 20 – 9 – 22 – 9 – 20 – 9 – 5 – 194. Films, movies, storytelling, plays, and role plays are all types of:4 – 18 – 1 – 13 – 15. Tennis, golf, basketball, volleyball and football are all types of:16 – 8 – 25 – 19 – 9 – 3 – 1 – 126 – 9 – 20 – 14 – 5 – 19 – 196. Writing, reading, and visiting museums are all types of:3 – 15 – 7 – 14 – 9 – 20 – 9 – 22 – 51 – 3 – 20 – 9 – 22 – 9 – 20 – 9 – 5 – 197. Camping, hiking, rock climbing, snowboarding, and skiing are all:15 – 21 – 20 – 4 – 15 – 15 – 181 – 3 – 20 – 9 – 22 – 9 – 20 – 9 – 5 – 19
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 12 :::Learning About LeisureActivity L-4: Leisure Skills Word Search PuzzleInstructor’s GuideACTIVITYObjective: To increase familiarization withleisure related vocabularySupplies: One copy of activity found onnext page and one pencil for eachparticipant.Group Size: 2 to 10 participantsIntroduction: The purpose of this activityis to increase awareness of words that arerelated to leisure.Process: Explain purpose of activity. Passout supplies. Explain the directions asdescribed on the next page.SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Allow use of colored pencils forcreativity. Provide one-on-one assistance withparticipants as needed. Require participants to write theirtop 20 favorite recreation activitieson a sheet of paper. Requireparticipants to draw a graph on theback of their paper and fill it in withtheir own recreation activities inorder to create their own wordsearch puzzle.DISCUSSION QUESTIONS1. What was the purpose of this activity?2. What are your personal hobbies?3. What is meaningful in your life?4. Where would you like to visit for avacation?5. What activities do you find relaxing?6. When do you have free time?7. What community activities areavailable in your hometown?8. Where could you go to learn about newhobbies?9. Where is the nearest park?10. What activities can you do that arerelatively free?
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 13 :::Learning About LeisureName: Date: Activity: L-4Leisure Skills Word Search PuzzleDirections: Find all hidden words listed below in word search puzzle below. Words cango forward, backwards or tivityEmotionalEnjoymentFree tLeisureLife satisfactionMeaningL C A Q Z X C V B N YD E E D P H Y S I C AT A I E W Q U R R R RY R T S Q W M S O E FU R E R U E N E A C TI D S T D R B I N O SO A E Y F R E T R S LP J C U S O C I A L UM E N T A L D V G H AQ I A I B T E I D E MW A T O N Y E T R A FE S R P M U R C O L LR D O O L E V A R T BT F P O P I G I E H LY H M A O T N E M Y OU J I Q I P I H U R OI G Y U T A N L P C KO N T E S S A E E R KP I N L I F E S A T IL D N E Y D M P E H DK R T S E R E T N I YJ A A N N E O G U C BH W D M O S F R B L AG E N O I T A X A L EF R E C R E A T I O N1. List a social activity:2. List a creative activity:3. List a physical activity:4. List a mental/ mind challenge activity:5. List a relaxation activity:6. List a community onRestRewardingSkillsSocialTravelVacationsT I N U M ML A S D F GS O M D S YI M I D T RK H C I S II P V B D VL I K S G TT L F N I SL E R F H EO D E E R FU N E M K WE C T I N GI H I O Q RF R M P W OJ N E O E WS M K I R TM O P U T HI I L Y Y BS F A C T IL L Y T W MY I I R E AR T P E S EB N U W C GR O L Q D EO O H I D ADALOONKHRYYS
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 14 :::Learning About LeisureActivity L-5: Leisure Skills Crossword PuzzleInstructor’s GuideACTIVITYObjective: To increase familiarization ofleisure related vocabularySupplies: One copy of activity found onnext page and one pencil for eachparticipant.1.2.3.4.5.Group Size: 2 to 10 participants6.7.8.Introduction: The purpose of this activityis to increase understanding of words thatare related leisure.9.DISCUSSION QUESTIONSWhat is leisure?What do you enjoy?Are you free? Explain why or why not.What is meaningful to you?What are you interested in learningmore about?When do you have time for leisure?What hobby would you like to learn?What would your life be like if younever had any fun?How can you have more fun in life?Process: Explain purpose of activity. Passout supplies. Explain the directions asdescribed on the next page.SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Allow use of colored pencils forcreativity. Provide one-on-one assistance withparticipants as needed. Write the words “LEISURE ANDRECREATION” at the top of asheet of paper and requireparticipants to see how many wordsthey can create by using only theletters in the words leisure dden Word: RECREATION
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 15 :::Learning About LeisureName: Date: Activity: L-5Leisure Skills Crossword PuzzleDirections: Fill in the boxes below with the correct answers. Find a hidden word.123456789101. The freedom to enjoy an activity, hobby, or interest.2. To get pleasure from doing an activity.3. To prefer or wish to do something.4. To increase one’s abilities and skills5. Having individual will to chose what you want to do6. Having value or worth7. Having a sense of curiosity about something8. A period for doing an activity.9. Devoting time for to pursue a recreational interest10. To get enjoyment and excitement from doing an activity.11. Can you find the hidden word?CareHobbyEnjoyInterestWord BankFreedomLeisureFunMeaningGrowthTimeDirections: List three of your favorite activities and draw them in the boxes below.
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 16 :::Learning About LeisureActivity L-6: Leisure Skills Matching ActivityInstructor’s GuideACTIVITYObjective: To identify different types ofleisure activitiesSupplies: One copy of activity found onnext page and one pencil for eachparticipant.Group Size: 2 to 10 participantsIntroduction: The purpose of this activityis to increase awareness of different typesof leisure. This worksheet focuses on fourtypes of activities including: social,physical, cognitive, and creative.Process: Explain purpose of activity. Passout supplies. Explain directions asdescribed on the next page. Informparticipants that some could have morethan one answer. Review answers.SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Allow use of colored pencils forcreativity. Provide one-on-one assistance withparticipants as needed. Provide activities from previouschapters on social interaction,physical fitness, and cognitiveability prior to providing thisactivity.DISCUSSION QUESTIONSWhat was the purpose of this activity?What are social activities?What are physical activities?What are cognitive activities?What are creative activities?Which activities did you put more thanone answer and why?7. Do you think a person needs toparticipate in all of these activities:social, physical, cognitive, andcreative?8. What might the consequences be if aperson did not participate in socialactivities?9. What might be the effect if a person didnot participate in physical fitnessactivities?10. What might the consequences be if aperson did not participate in .7.8.9.10.11.12.13.14.15.16.17.18.19.20.21.22.A, BC, DCAC, DA, BABADCCAAA, BB, CCB, CDBBA23. A24. D25. A
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 17 :::Learning About LeisureName: Date: Activity: L-6Leisure Skills Matching ActivityDirections: Write the letter of the activity domain for each activity below. Answers mayvary. Many will have more than one answer. For example, gymnastics is primarly aphysical activity, but done with others it is social, learning the steps is cognitive, andperforming could also be creative.1.2.3.4.Social: Activities a person does with others. These are people based.Physical: Activities a person does to stay fit. These are active.Cognitive: Activities a person does which requires thinking.Creative: Activities, where a person creates or makes something.Some activities may have more than one domain.Leisure Activity1. Gymnastics2. Playing a musical instrument3. Reading a magazine4. Spending time with friends5. Drawing a picture6. Playing sports7. Watching sports event with friends8. Walking in the park9. Shopping with friends10. Taking a class or course for fun11. Decorating your home12. Reading the newspaper13. Giving a speech14. Volunteering to help people15. Attending a local concert with friends16. Dancing17. Playing video games18. Working in a garden19. Making arts and crafts20. Bowling alone21. Exercising22. Talking on phone with friend23. Attending a cook-out or picnic24. Preparing a holiday meal25. Eating holiday meal with othersActivityDomaina. Socialb. Physicalc. Cognitived. Creative
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 18 :::Learning About LeisureActivity L-7: Leisure Skills CollageInstructor’s GuideACTIVITYObjective: To identify leisure activitiesSupplies: One copy of activity found onnext page, magazines, glue, and scissors foreach participant.1.2.3.4.Group Size: 2 to 10 participants5.Introduction: The purpose of this activityis to increase awareness of the differenttypes of activities that a person could do indifferent settings.Process: Explain purpose of activity. Passout supplies. Explain the directions asdescribed on the next page. Allowparticipants to share their completedcollage with the group participants.SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Allow use of colored pencils forcreativity. Provide one-on-one assistance withparticipants as needed.6.7.8.9.DISCUSSION QUESTIONSWhat was the purpose of this activity?What did you learn from doing thisactivity?What activities from your collage areyou most interested in doing?What does your collage say about whoyou are?How do you feel when you do activitiesthat are on your collage?When do you plan to do some of theseactivities?What are the benefits of doing theseactivities?Did you put any activities on yourcollage that you do not do?Which pictures best represent who youare?
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 19 :::Learning About LeisureName: Date: Activity: L-7Leisure Skills CollageDirections: Cut or tear out pictures from magazines and paste on the spacesbelow to make a collage. Draw pictures if you can’t find any in magazines.Activity that I liketo do by myself.Activity that I like todo with my family.Activity that I liketo do with myfriends.Activity that I liketo do during thesummer.Activity that I like todo during the winter.Activity that I liketo do indoors.Activity that I liketo do outdoors.Activity that I like todo on a rainy day.Activity that I liketo do anytime.Activity that I liketo do on holidays.Activity that I like todo during the spring.Activity that I liketo do during theautumn.
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 20 :::Learning About LeisureActivity L-8: Leisure Skills and HobbiesInstructor’s GuideACTIVITYObjective: To identify leisure interestsSupplies: One copy of activity found onnext page and one pencil for eachparticipant.Group Size: 2 to 10 participantsIntroduction: The purpose of this activityis to increase awareness of different typesof hobbies. This activity also aims to sparkinterest in leisure activities.Process: Explain purpose. Explaindirections as described on the next page.Pass out supplies.SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Allow use of colored pencils forcreativity. Provide one-on-one assistance withparticipants as needed.DISCUSSION QUESTIONS1. What was the purpose of this activity?2. How many of these hobbies do youalready participate?3. How many of these hobbies have younever heard of?4. What other hobbies can you think ofthat were not listed here?5. Which hobby are you most interested indoing and why?6. Where could you go to start a newhobby?7. Who could help you to start a newhobby?8. What are the personal benefits forhaving a hobby?RECOMMENDED READINGS Horticulture As Therapy A practicalGuide to Using Horticulture as aTherapeutic Tool by MitchellHewson. (Greenmore Printing) Provide resources for hobbies:journals, doodle books, art supplies,scrapbook, etc. Obtain resources to teach groupson: making jewelry, makingbirdhouses, making birdfeeders, andmaking crafts. Provide materials for yourparticipants to grow a garden. Seethe recommended book listed at theright. Provide a community outing to alocal hobby house.Favorite Family Holiday Activitiesby Ellyn Sanna. (Barbour PublishingCo.)
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 21 :::Learning About LeisureName: Date: Activity: L-8Leisure and HobbiesDirections: Place a checkmark beside activities you currently do or would like to start.Staring a hobby is an excellent way to spend your leisure time. Art projects Collecting toys Collectingstamps Collectingantiques Collecting cards Drama/ acting Learningmagic tricks Sportsparticipation Makingjewelry Modelairplanes Model cars Baking Collectingsouvenirs Crafts Feeding birds Model trains Gardening Painting Collecting coins Hunting/ Fishing Photography Collecting comics Jigsaw puzzles Pottery Collecting dolls Landscaping Reading Buildingbirdhouses Building things DecoratingDirections: Answer the questions below to help you start a new hobby.1. What hobby would you like to start?2. Where could you go to learn about your hobby?3. Who could help you start this hobby?4. How would doing this hobby make you feel?5. What are the benefits of doing the hobby that you selected? Remodeling Working oncars Writingpoetry Writingstories Writing to apen-pal Other: Restoringantiques Scrap-booking Volunteering Woodwork
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 22 :::Learning About LeisureActivity L-9: Leisure and Community ActivitiesInstructor’s GuideACTIVITYObjective: To be aware of communityleisure resourcesSupplies: One copy of activity found onnext page and one pencil for eachparticipant. Provide a phonebook.Group Size: 2 to 10 participantsIntroduction: The purpose of this activityis to increase awareness of communityleisure resources and to spark interest inpossible community activities.Process: Explain purpose of activity. Passout supplies. Explain the directions asdescribed on the next page. Informparticipants to use phonebook to determinelocation.SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Allow use of colored pencils forcreativity. Provide one-on-one assistance withparticipants as needed. Organize a community outingbecause people learn by doing andthey may develop a new interestbased on the experience. Inform participants of upcominglocal events such as concerts, plays,holiday events, communityactivities, etc.DISCUSSION QUESTIONS1. What was the purpose of this activity?2. How many of these activities have youparticipated in before?3. Which of these activities would be theclosest to where you live?4. Which of these activities would be themost expensive to do?5. Which of these activities would be theleast expensive?6. What other activities are offered in yourcommunity that are not listed here?7. Who could you ask to join you to dothese community activities?8. How can doing these activities improveyour relationships with others?9. How can these activities help you tomeet new people?
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 23 :::Learning About LeisureName: Date: Activity: L-9Leisure and Community ActivitiesDirections: Write the nearest location of each community activity, an estimated cost forthis activity, and check it off if you are interested in doing the activity. Use a phonebookor the Internet for assistance.ActivityArcadeAmusement parkBowlingCarnivalCircusFitness centerGo-cart ridingHoliday eventHikeIce cream outingIce-skatingLaser tagLibraryLocal bandLocal or state parkMiniature golfMovie theaterMuseumNature walkParadePet shopPlay at theaterShoppingSwimmingTalent ShowZooOther:LocationCost Directions: List all the benefits that you can think of based on the activities listed above.
www.DannyPettry.Com ::: 24 :::Learning About LeisureActivity L-10: Leisure Time ManagementInstructor’s GuideACTIVITYDISCUSSION QUESTIONSObjective: To be aware of your leisure1. What was the purpose of this activity?time2. What did you learn about yourself fromthis activity?Supplies: One copy of activity found on3. What do you spend most of your timenext page for each participant as well asdoing?colored markers, crayons, or colored4. When do you have free time?pencils.5. What is the difference between freetime and leisure? Free time couldGroup Size: 2 to 10 participantsconsist of waiting in line, waiting at astoplight, or waiting in a doctor’sIntroduction: The purpose of this activityoffice. Leisure is spent doing an activityis to increase awareness of how peoplea person enjoys. Leisure is also a statespend their lives and to help people planof mind.time to devote to leisure interests.6. What activities would you like to do forleisure?Process: Explain purpose of activity.Explain directions as described on the nextpage. Pass out supplies.SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS Provide one-on-one assistance withparticipants as needed. Provide calendars or daily plannersfor participants.
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Learning About Leisure through ACTIVITIES eBook Contents 3 Learning Objectivies 4 Activity L-1 Introduction to Leisure Skills 5 Activity L-2 Leisure Skills Checklist 7 Activity L-3 Leisure Skills Secret Code Activity 10 Activity L-4 Leisure Skills Word Search
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