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Active and Respectful Explorers

Tamara peay

Tier 1
For Schools

Lesson Plan

Active and Respectful Explorers

Being Active and Respect

This lesson engages children aged 9-10 in understanding the importance of physical activity and respect through interactive and collaborative activities. This is crucial in fostering both healthy habits and positive social interactions.

Audience

Achievers (9-10)

Time

1 hour

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Active Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, and Activity Instructions

Step 1

Icebreaker

10 mins

  • Start with the 'Name and Movement' game.
  • Form a circle with all students.
  • Each student takes a turn saying their name followed by a unique movement (e.g., 'I’m Sarah,' then does a jumping jack).
  • The entire group then repeats the name and the movement together before moving to the next student.
  • This activity helps students learn each other's names and gets them moving.

Step 2

Introduction

5 mins

  • Greet the students and provide an overview of the lesson objectives: Being active and showing respect.
  • Briefly explain why these topics are important for their personal development.

Step 3

Discussion

15 mins

  • Facilitate a discussion on what it means to be active and respectful in different situations.
  • Use the prepared discussion questions to guide the conversation. Record key points on a whiteboard or chart paper.

Step 4

Group Activity

25 mins

  • Divide the students into small groups.
  • Provide each group with the activity instructions.
  • Each group will participate in a 'Team Building Challenge.'
  • In this activity, students will work together to complete a series of exercises that require physical activity and cooperation (e.g., human knot, trust falls, and passing a hula hoop without breaking hands).
  • Monitor the activity and provide feedback on teamwork, respectful behaviors, and active participation.

Step 5

Reflection

10 mins

  • Bring the students back together and discuss what they learned from the activity.
  • Ask students to share examples of how they were active and respectful during the 'Team Building Challenge.'
  • Summarize and reinforce the key points.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

  • Thank the students for their participation.
  • Emphasize the importance of being active and respectful in their daily lives.
  • Provide any additional resources or tips they can use at home or in school.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

Discussion to explore the concepts of being active and being respectful.

What does it mean to be active?

Encourage students to think about different forms of physical activity and their importance.







Why is it important to be respectful?

Discuss how being respectful impacts relationships and creates a positive environment.







Can you think of a time when being active made you feel good?

Allow students to share personal experiences, fostering a sense of community.







How can we show respect during games and activities?

Brainstorm ideas and write them down to refer back to during the activity.







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Worksheet

Activity Instructions

Instructions for a 'Team Building Challenge' that integrates actions to demonstrate respect.

1. Divide into groups of 4-5 participants.

Ensure each group has a balanced mix of participants.







2. Each group will complete a series of team-building exercises (e.g., human knot, trust falls, and passing a hula hoop without breaking hands).

Encourage students to think creatively about how they can demonstrate respect during each exercise.







3. Monitor the groups to ensure everyone is participating and demonstrating respect.

Provide feedback and encouragement as needed.







4. After completing the exercises, discuss how they showed respect and stayed active during the activity.

Reinforce the lesson's objectives through group discussion.







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