Future Directions" is specially created to support teachers as they guide their pupils through the exciting and often perplexing period of transition from school to adult life. It provides a series of lesson plans designed to help pupils explore sensitive issues within the security of the classroom. Each lesson includes interactive exercises which will encourage pupils -AAAAAAA think for themselves-AAAAAAA recognize their own strengths-AAAAAAA build confidence-AAAAAAA learn how to manage stress-AAAAAAA set realistic goals-AAAAAAA develop communication skills-AAAAAAA make choices-AAAAAAA prepare for starting work.All the exercises are on photocopiable sheets and the lesson plans can be adapted easily to meet specific needs.