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Attention Seekers: Learning Respect

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Lesson Plan

Attention Seekers: Learning Respect

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This lesson plan aims to help 1st and 2nd graders understand the importance of appropriate classroom behavior and how to gain attention in positive ways. Over three weeks, students will engage in activities that promote respect, self-regulation, and effective communication. This lesson is crucial for developing social-emotional skills and creating a supportive classroom environment.

Audience

1st and 2nd Grade

Time

3 weeks

Approach

Active Learning, Game-Based Learning

Materials

Video: Habits of a Good Student for Children, Worksheet: Attention and Respect, Activity: Role-Playing Scenarios, Printable Cards: Positive Attention Strategies, Craft Supplies: Paper, Markers, Scissors, Glue, Craft Sticks, Stickers, Game: Respect and Attention Tic-Tac-Toe, Game: Respectful Pairs, and Game: Communication Connect

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a class discussion about what it means to be a good student.
  • Introduce the video Habits of a Good Student for Children.
  • Ask students to think about how they can get attention in positive ways.

Step 2

Video Viewing

10 mins

  • Watch the video 'Habits of a Good Student for Children'.
  • Pause at key moments to discuss behaviors shown by the characters.

Step 3

Discussion

15 mins

  • Discuss the video and ask students what they learned about getting attention.
  • Use guided questions to explore why certain behaviors are disruptive.

Step 4

Worksheet Activity

20 mins

  • Distribute the 'Attention and Respect' worksheet.
  • Have students complete the worksheet individually or in pairs.
  • Review answers as a class, emphasizing positive attention strategies.

Step 5

Role-Playing Scenarios

30 mins

  • Organize students into small groups for role-playing activities.
  • Provide scenarios where students practice gaining attention positively.
  • Encourage students to reflect on how it feels to be respected and heard.

Step 6

Craft Activity: Respect and Attention Poster

30 mins

  • Provide students with craft supplies to create a 'Respect and Attention' poster.
  • Encourage them to illustrate and write down positive attention strategies.
  • Display the posters in the classroom as a reminder of the lesson.

Step 7

Craft Activity: Respect Badges

30 mins

  • Have students create 'Respect Badges' using craft sticks, paper, and stickers.
  • Encourage them to decorate their badges with words and images that represent respect.
  • Allow students to wear or display their badges as a symbol of their commitment to positive behavior.

Step 8

Game: Respect and Attention Tic-Tac-Toe

20 mins

  • Pair students to play 'Respect and Attention Tic-Tac-Toe'.
  • Each square on the tic-tac-toe board contains a positive attention strategy or respectful behavior.
  • Players must explain the strategy or behavior before placing their mark.
  • The first player to get three in a row wins, reinforcing their understanding of positive behaviors.

Step 9

Game: Respectful Pairs

20 mins

  • Pair students to play 'Respectful Pairs'.
  • Each pair receives a set of cards with different scenarios.
  • Students take turns drawing a card and discussing how they would handle the situation respectfully.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and listen to their partner's ideas.

Step 10

Game: Communication Connect

20 mins

  • Pair students to play 'Communication Connect'.
  • Each pair is given a set of cards with communication prompts.
  • Students take turns responding to the prompts, practicing active listening and respectful communication.
  • The goal is to connect as many prompts as possible through thoughtful dialogue.

Step 11

One-on-One Activities

15 mins

  • Conduct one-on-one sessions with students who need additional support.
  • Focus on personalized strategies for gaining attention and self-regulation.

Step 12

Closure

10 mins

  • Recap the key points of the lesson.
  • Ask students to share one new strategy they will use to get attention positively.
  • Distribute 'Positive Attention Strategies' printable cards for students to take home.
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Worksheet

Attention and Respect Worksheet

This worksheet helps students identify positive ways to gain attention and understand the impact of disruptive behaviors.

List three ways you can get attention in a positive way.

Think about what you learned from the video.







Why is it important to respect your classmates and teacher?








Draw a picture of a classroom where everyone is being respectful.








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Worksheet

Positive Attention Strategies Cards

These cards provide students with reminders of positive ways to gain attention in the classroom.




Raise your hand before speaking.







Wait your turn to talk.







Use kind words to ask for help.







Show your work quietly to the teacher.







Help a classmate who needs assistance.




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