This is a fun way to conduct a self-evaluation of abilities, interests, work preferences, and values.

Before class, create a silhouette body shape for each student. Cut the shape into puzzle pieces with a head, chest area, waist area, and legs.

Discuss with class what kinds of information about themselves would be beneficial in choosing an occupation they would be good at and would enjoy doing.

Distribute head puzzle piece and ask students to list on it their abilities including specific skills and talents. Prompt with questions: Can you sew? Do you play an instrument? Can you cook or type? What subjects in school were you good at?

Distribute chest puzzle piece and ask students to list on it their interests. Prompt with: What are your hobbies? Do you like music or science? Do you enjoy meeting new people? Do you like to sell things?

Distribute waist puzzle piece and ask students to list their work preferences including job activities and the working conditions they would like. Prompt with: Do you prefer to work alone or with other people? Would you like to be the boss? Do you like a set routine or do you prefer solving challenging problems every day? Would you rather work outdoors?

Distribute legs puzzle piece and ask students to list the values that are important to them. Prompt with: Is a high salary or job security more important to you? Do you prefer a job where you can be creative? Do you like to be independent? Do the opinions of others matter to you?

When all puzzle pieces have been filled out, have students assemble them to make "their" person. Tape pieces together and display in classroom. Point out that each of these traits is important in forming who they are in the workplace and their interaction with others.