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Attendance and Achievement: Seeing the Connection

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Lesson Plan

Attendance and Achievement: Seeing the Connection

Link attendance with academic success

In this lesson, students will explore the connection between their school attendance and academic performance. Through creating a chart of their own attendance and grades, students will visualize how regular attendance impacts their academic success. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the value of being present in class and how it can positively influence their learning outcomes.

Audience

Grade 4 to 5

Time

20 mins

Approach

Link attendance with academic success

Materials

Attendance and Achievement Discussion, Attendance and Achievement Worksheet, Pens and pencils, Chart paper or graphing paper, and Markers or colored pencils

Step 1

Introduction

3 mins

  • Begin by asking students if they know why they come to school every day.
  • Briefly explain the purpose of the lesson: to understand how attendance impacts academic success.
  • Provide an overview of today's activities.

Step 2

Discussion

5 mins

Step 3

Activity: Creating the Chart

7 mins

  • Distribute the Attendance and Achievement Worksheet.
  • Have each student create a chart that links their attendance with their grades over a specified period (e.g., last month).
  • Provide materials such as chart paper, markers, and pens for students to complete the activity.

Step 4

Reflection

5 mins

  • Ask students to present their charts to the class and discuss any patterns they observe.
  • Facilitate a reflection session where students share insights on how their attendance has affected their academic performance.
  • Conclude the lesson by reiterating the importance of regular attendance and how it supports their learning.
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Discussion

Attendance and Achievement Discussion

A discussion to help students understand the importance of consistent school attendance and its impact on academic success.

Why do you think attending school every day is important?

Encourage students to think about the benefits of daily learning, consistency, and the opportunity to keep up with classwork and peers.







How do you feel when you miss a day of school? Do you think it affects your grades? Why or why not?

Prompt students to reflect on their personal experiences and consider the impact of missed lessons, assignments, and interactions.







What might be some challenges that prevent students from attending school regularly? How can we overcome these challenges?

Discuss potential obstacles such as illness, transportation issues, and explore solutions like better planning, staying healthy, and seeking help when needed.







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Worksheet

Attendance and Achievement Worksheet

A worksheet for students to create a chart linking their attendance with their academic performance over a specified period.

Record the number of days you were present and your grades for the past month.

Use the fields provided to note down your daily attendance and corresponding grades.







Create a chart that displays your attendance and grades. Use different colors for clarity.

Refer to the example chart provided by the teacher. Ensure your chart is clear and easy to read.







Write a short reflection on any patterns you observe in your chart. How does your attendance seem to impact your grades?

Think about whether higher attendance correlates with better grades and explain your reasoning.







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