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A Day in the Life of a School Bus

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Christina Wong

Tier 1
For Schools

Lesson Plan

A Day in the Life of a School Bus

Understand routines/roles of a school bus driver

In this lesson, students will explore the daily routines and responsibilities of a school bus driver. They will learn about safety measures, schedules, and the importance of a school bus driver in their daily lives. This lesson emphasizes the significance of understanding different community roles and promotes safety awareness.

Audience

2nd Grade Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Understand routines/roles of a school bus driver

Materials

Whiteboard and markers, Printed worksheet on bus driver routines, Printable cards for role-play activity, and Video: "A Day in the Life of a School Bus Driver"

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin by asking students how they get to school each day.
  • Discuss the different methods of transportation.
  • Introduce the topic by telling students they will learn about the daily life of a school bus driver.

Step 2

Video Viewing

10 mins

  • Show the video "A Day in the Life of a School Bus Driver".
  • Ask students to pay close attention to the tasks and safety measures mentioned in the video.

Step 3

Class Discussion

10 mins

  • Discuss the different tasks a school bus driver performs daily.
  • Ask students to share what they learned from the video.
  • Highlight the safety measures and why they are important.

Step 4

Worksheet Activity

15 mins

  • Hand out the worksheets on bus driver routines.
  • Instruct students to complete the worksheet individually.
  • Walk around the classroom to assist students as needed.

Step 5

Role-Play Activity

15 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Provide each group with printable cards detailing different bus driver tasks.
  • Have students role-play a typical day as a school bus driver.
  • Rotate roles to give each student a chance to act as the driver.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

  • Gather the students back together.
  • Recap the key points of the lesson.
  • Ask a few students to share their favorite part of the lesson.
  • Thank students for their participation and remind them of the importance of safety on the school bus.
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Discussion

Bus Driver Discussion

A discussion about the roles and responsibilities of a school bus driver, focusing on safety and schedules.

What are some tasks a school bus driver has to do every day?

Guide students to mention tasks like picking up/dropping off students, following a schedule, ensuring safety rules are followed.







Why are safety rules important on a school bus?

Focus on the importance of keeping students safe and following protocols to prevent accidents.







How can we show appreciation to our school bus driver?

Encourage ideas such as saying thank you, following safety rules, and being respectful.







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Worksheet

Bus Driver Worksheet

A worksheet to reinforce learning about the daily routines and responsibilities of a school bus driver.

List three tasks a school bus driver performs each day.

Think about what you saw in the video and our discussion.







What is one safety rule that a school bus driver follows?

Remember the importance of safety on the bus.







Draw a picture of a school bus driver doing one of their tasks.

Use your imagination and what you have learned.







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Worksheet

Bus Driver Role-Play Cards

Cards to be used in a role-play activity where students act out the daily tasks of a school bus driver.




Pick up students from their homes.







Ensure all students are seated and wearing seat belts.







Follow the bus schedule and route.







Drop off students at school safely.







Perform a pre-trip inspection of the bus.







Report any issues with the bus to the transportation office.




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