Lesson Plan
Assertiveness Bingo Lesson Plan
Understand and identify assertive versus non-assertive behaviors through interactive play.
Teaching assertiveness helps students communicate effectively and build self-confidence.
Audience
4th Grade Students
Time
45 minutes
Approach
Interactive bingo game and discussion.
Prep
Prepare Materials
15 minutes
- Review the Assertiveness Bingo Slides to familiarize yourself with the content.
- Print enough Bingo Cards for each student.
- Prepare copies of the Reflection Worksheet for each student.
- Prepare copies of the Exit Ticket for each student.
- Set up the video The Boundaries Song to play during the lesson.
Step 1
Introduction to Assertiveness
10 minutes
- Begin by discussing what assertiveness means and why it's important.
- Show the Assertiveness Bingo Slides to illustrate examples of assertive and non-assertive behaviors.
- Play The Boundaries Song to reinforce the concept of setting and respecting boundaries.
Step 2
Bingo Game
20 minutes
- Distribute the Bingo Cards to each student.
- Explain the rules of the bingo game: students will listen to scenarios and mark their cards if they identify the behavior as assertive.
- Read out scenarios from the slides or create your own, ensuring a mix of assertive and non-assertive examples.
- Encourage students to call out 'Bingo!' when they complete a line.
Step 3
Reflection and Discussion
10 minutes
- Hand out the Reflection Worksheet to each student.
- Ask students to reflect on what they learned about assertiveness and write down their thoughts.
- Facilitate a class discussion on how they can apply assertive behaviors in their daily lives.
Step 4
Conclusion and Exit Ticket
5 minutes
- Distribute the Exit Ticket to each student.
- Ask students to write one assertive behavior they will practice this week.
- Collect the exit tickets as they leave the classroom.
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Slide Deck
What is Assertiveness?
Assertiveness is expressing your thoughts, feelings, and needs in a clear, honest, and respectful way.
Introduce the concept of assertiveness. Explain that assertiveness is about expressing your thoughts, feelings, and needs in a respectful way. Highlight the importance of being assertive in building self-confidence and effective communication.
Types of Communication
- Assertive: Clear and respectful
- Passive: Avoids expressing feelings
- Aggressive: Disrespectful and forceful
Use this slide to differentiate between assertive, passive, and aggressive behaviors. Provide examples of each type of behavior and discuss how they differ in terms of communication style and outcomes.
Let's Play Bingo!
Listen to the scenarios and mark your card if the behavior is assertive. Call out 'Bingo!' when you complete a line.
Introduce the bingo game. Explain that students will listen to scenarios and decide if the behavior is assertive. Encourage them to mark their bingo cards accordingly.
Scenario Examples
- Asking a friend to stop teasing you.
- Ignoring someone who is bothering you.
- Yelling at someone who cuts in line.
- Politely declining an invitation you don't want to accept.
Provide a few example scenarios for the bingo game. These should include both assertive and non-assertive behaviors. Encourage students to think about why a behavior is assertive or not.
Reflection
Think about how you can use assertive communication in your life. What is one assertive behavior you will practice this week?
Conclude the session by encouraging students to reflect on what they learned. Ask them to think about how they can apply assertive behaviors in their daily lives.
Play 'The Boundaries Song' to reinforce the lesson's concepts. This song will help students remember the importance of setting and respecting boundaries.
Game
Bingo Cards
The Bingo Cards are designed to help students identify assertive and non-assertive behaviors. Each card contains a grid with different behaviors listed in each square. The goal is for students to mark the squares that represent assertive behaviors as scenarios are read aloud.
Instructions for Use:
- Each student receives a Bingo Card.
- As scenarios are read, students listen and decide if the behavior is assertive.
- If the behavior is assertive, they mark the corresponding square on their card.
- The first student to complete a line (horizontally, vertically, or diagonally) calls out "Bingo!"
Example Behaviors on Bingo Cards:
- Asking for help when you don't understand something.
- Saying "no" when you don't want to do something.
- Interrupting someone while they are speaking.
- Politely asking someone to stop doing something that bothers you.
- Ignoring a problem instead of addressing it.
Note: Ensure each card has a unique arrangement of behaviors to maintain engagement and challenge among students.
Worksheet
Reflection Worksheet
Reflecting on Assertiveness
Think about what you learned today about assertiveness. Use the prompts below to guide your reflection.
1. What is Assertiveness?
Describe in your own words what assertiveness means. Why is it important to be assertive?
2. Identifying Assertive Behaviors
List three examples of assertive behaviors you learned about today.
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3. Applying Assertiveness in Your Life
Think about a situation where you could use assertive communication. Describe the situation and how you would handle it assertively.
4. Personal Commitment
Write one assertive behavior you will practice this week. Why did you choose this behavior?
Take your time to think about each question and write your answers clearly. Remember, being assertive helps you communicate better and feel more confident!
Cool Down
Exit Ticket
Reflecting on Assertiveness
Think about what you learned today about assertiveness. Write down one assertive behavior you will practice this week and why you chose it.
Assertive Behavior to Practice:
Why I Chose This Behavior:
Please hand in your exit ticket as you leave the classroom. Your response will help us understand how you plan to use assertiveness in your daily life!