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Attendance Adventure

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Lesson Plan

Attendance Adventure

Improve attendance

This lesson aims to improve a student's attendance by engaging them in a game-based learning activity and a restorative discussion. The lesson is designed to be interactive and reflective, helping the student understand the importance of regular attendance and how it impacts their learning and social interactions. By using active learning strategies, the lesson encourages the student to take ownership of their attendance habits.

Audience

7th grade singular student

Time

20 min

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Restorative Practices, Active Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Attendance Game Instructions, Post-it Notes, and Pens

Step 1

Introduction

3 mins

  • Greet the student warmly and explain the purpose of the lesson: to explore the importance of regular attendance.
  • Briefly outline the activities: a discussion followed by a game.

Step 2

Discussion

7 mins

  • Use the Discussion Questions to guide a conversation about attendance.
  • Encourage the student to share their thoughts and feelings about attending school regularly.
  • Discuss the benefits of consistent attendance, such as better grades, improved social skills, and more opportunities for learning.

Step 3

Attendance Game

8 mins

  • Introduce the Attendance Game, which involves a series of scenarios related to school attendance.
  • Use Attendance Game Instructions to explain the rules.
  • Have the student participate in the game, making decisions based on different attendance scenarios.
  • Discuss the outcomes of their choices and how they relate to real-life situations.

Step 4

Closure

2 mins

  • Summarize the key points discussed and learned during the lesson.
  • Encourage the student to set a personal goal for improving their attendance.
  • Thank the student for their participation and express confidence in their ability to improve.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to facilitate a conversation about the importance of school attendance and its impact on learning and social interactions.

Why do you think attending school regularly is important?

Discuss the benefits of regular attendance, such as academic success and social development.







What challenges do you face in attending school regularly?

Encourage the student to share personal challenges and brainstorm solutions.







How can improving your attendance benefit you in the long run?

Explore long-term benefits like better grades, college opportunities, and career readiness.







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Worksheet

Attendance Game Instructions

Instructions for a game that involves making decisions based on different school attendance scenarios.




Scenario 1: You wake up feeling a little tired but not sick. Do you go to school or stay home?







Scenario 2: You have a big test today, but your friend wants to skip school. What do you do?







Scenario 3: You missed the bus. Do you find another way to school or take the day off?







Scenario 4: You have a project due tomorrow, but you haven't started. Do you go to school today or stay home to work on it?




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