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5th Grade Management Magic

Faith Parra

Tier 1
For Schools

Lesson Plan

Management Magic Plan

Students will learn and articulate clear classroom expectations—respect, responsibility, and routines—and commit to following them to foster a positive, respectful environment.

Establishing clear expectations and routines at the start of the year helps students understand boundaries, reduces disruptions, and builds a supportive classroom culture.

Audience

5th Grade

Time

15 minutes

Approach

Interactive discussion, visual aids, and student commitment

Materials

Classroom Rules Poster, - Behavior Expectations Chart, - Student Reflections Worksheet, and - Discussion Cue Cards

Prep

Teacher Setup

5 minutes

  • Review Management Magic Plan and familiarize yourself with key points
  • Print and display Classroom Rules Poster prominently
  • Prepare copies of Student Reflections Worksheet for each student
  • Organize Discussion Cue Cards for guided dialogue

Step 1

Introduction & Objective

2 minutes

  • Greet students and explain today's goal: creating a positive learning environment
  • Share the learning objective on the board or screen
  • Prompt students: “Why do classroom rules and routines matter?”

Step 2

Explore Classroom Expectations

6 minutes

  • Display Classroom Rules Poster
  • Discuss each rule (Respect, Responsibility, Routines) with real-life examples
  • Use Discussion Cue Cards to guide questions and student responses

Step 3

Student Practice & Pledge

5 minutes

  • Distribute Student Reflections Worksheet
  • Students write one action for each expectation they will follow daily
  • Invite volunteers to share their commitments and sign or decorate their pledges

Step 4

Wrap-Up & Reinforcement

2 minutes

  • Review the three key expectations and daily routines
  • Remind students to refer to the Behavior Expectations Chart as needed
  • Encourage students to display their pledges at their desks for ongoing accountability
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Slide Deck

Management Magic

Creating a Positive Classroom Environment

Welcome students to today’s lesson. Introduce the slide deck and set a positive tone.

Learning Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

  • Describe three key classroom expectations: Respect, Responsibility, and Routines.
  • Commit to daily actions that support these expectations.

Question: Why do classroom rules and routines matter?

Read the objective aloud. Ask students to think–pair–share on the question provided.

Key Classroom Expectations

  1. Respect: Treat classmates and teacher kindly.
  2. Responsibility: Take ownership of your actions and learning.
  3. Routines: Follow daily procedures to keep the class running smoothly.

Discuss each expectation with students. Invite volunteers to share what each word means.

Examples in Action

  • Respect: Listening quietly when others speak.
  • Responsibility: Turning in homework on time.
  • Routines: Lining up promptly when the bell rings.

Use Discussion Cue Cards to prompt real-life student examples.

Your Reflection & Pledge

  1. Grab your Student Reflections Worksheet.
  2. Write one action for each expectation you will follow daily.
  3. Decorate and sign your pledge. Be ready to share!

Distribute Student Reflections Worksheet. Circulate and support students as they write.

Wrap-Up & Reminder

  • Review: Respect, Responsibility, Routines.
  • Use the Behavior Expectations Chart when you need guidance.
  • Display your pledge at your desk for daily accountability.

Reinforce that pledges help everyone stay on track. Encourage students to display their pledges.

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Worksheet

Student Reflections Worksheet

Name: ____________________________ Date: _______________

Instructions

Write one action for each expectation you will follow daily. Be specific!

  1. Respect: What will you do to show respect to classmates and your teacher?



  1. Responsibility: How will you take ownership of your actions and learning?



  1. Routines: Which daily procedure will you follow to help our class run smoothly?



My Classroom Pledge

I, ____________________________, pledge to follow these expectations every day to help create a positive, respectful classroom environment.







Signature: ____________________________ Date: _______________

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Discussion

Discussion Cue Cards

Use these prompt cards during the Explore Classroom Expectations segment to spark thoughtful conversation. Shuffle and draw a card, then invite students to respond and ask follow-up questions.

Category: Respect

  1. Prompt: “Think of a time when you felt respected by a classmate. What did they do, and how did it make you feel?”
    • Follow-up: “How could you show that same respect to someone else today?”

  2. Prompt: “Imagine someone talks while you’re sharing your idea. How does that impact respect?”
    • Follow-up: “What could both people do to keep respect in that situation?”



Category: Responsibility
3. Prompt: “Describe a moment when you forgot to turn in homework. What happened next?”
• Follow-up: “How could you take responsibility to avoid missing assignments?”


4. Prompt: “You notice a classmate struggling with a task. How can you be responsible and help them?”
• Follow-up: “Why is helping others part of being responsible?”



Category: Routines
5. Prompt: “Our morning routine helps us start on time. What might happen if someone skips a step?”
• Follow-up: “How can we remind each other to follow routines?”


6. Prompt: “We line up quietly at the bell. What is one thing you can do to make lining up smooth for everyone?”
• Follow-up: “How does this routine help our class feel safe and organized?”



Bonus Reflection Card
7. Prompt: “Which expectation—Respect, Responsibility, or Routines—do you find easiest? Which is hardest? Why?”
• Follow-up: “What is one goal you can set for yourself to improve in the harder area?”





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Reading

Behavior Expectations Chart

Use this chart to remind you of our classroom expectations and what to do if you need a quick boost or a plan of action.

ExpectationWhat It Looks LikeQuick Reminder
Respect• Listen when others speak
• Use polite words
• Keep hands and feet to yourself		“Treat others how you want to be treated.”
Responsibility• Turn in assignments on time
• Bring materials each day
• Ask questions if you’re unsure		“I own my choices and my learning.”
Routines• Enter the classroom quietly
• Line up promptly at the bell
• Follow daily procedures		“Follow the steps to keep us moving smoothly.”

Tips for Success:

  • If you’re unsure what to do, look at this chart first.
  • Use the quick reminder phrase to help refocus your behavior.
  • Ask a classmate or teacher for help if you still need support.

Keep this chart posted at your desk or in your notebook for easy reference every day!

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Cool Down

Quick Exit Reflection

Name: ____________________________ Date: _______________

Instructions

Spend two minutes answering these prompts. Your feedback helps us improve!

  1. Which classroom expectation will you focus on tomorrow? Why?



  1. What is one action you will take to demonstrate this expectation?



  1. How confident do you feel using these expectations? (Circle one)1 – Not confident 2 – Somewhat 3 – Neutral 4 – Confident 5 – Very confident



  1. One question or comment about today’s lesson:



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