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Attitude Shift Adventure

Lesson Plan

Attitude Shift Adventure

attitude change

This lesson aims to facilitate an attitude change among 5th-grade students through engaging activities. By using Inquiry-Based and Game-Based Learning strategies, students will explore different perspectives and reflect on their attitudes. This lesson is important as it encourages students to think critically about their beliefs and behaviors, promoting empathy and open-mindedness.

Audience

5th grade students

Time

30 mins

Approach

Inquiry-Based Learning, Game-Based Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Attitude Adventure Worksheet, Game Materials (cards, tokens), Printable Scenario Cards, and Journals or notebooks

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief introduction about attitudes and how they can affect our interactions with others.
  • Explain the objective of the lesson: to explore and possibly shift our attitudes through fun activities.

Step 2

Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the provided discussion questions to engage students in thinking about their current attitudes.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and listen to others' perspectives.

Step 3

Game-Based Activity

15 mins

  • Introduce the 'Attitude Adventure' game where students will role-play different scenarios.
  • Use game materials like cards and tokens to simulate situations that challenge their attitudes.
  • Guide students to reflect on their feelings and thoughts during the game.

Step 4

Worksheet Completion

5 mins

  • Distribute the 'Attitude Adventure Worksheet' for students to complete.
  • Encourage them to write about what they learned and how their attitudes might have changed.

Step 5

Journaling Activity

5 mins

  • Provide students with journals or notebooks.
  • Ask them to write a short reflection on what they learned about their attitudes and any new perspectives they gained.
  • Encourage them to think about how they can apply these insights in their daily lives.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

  • Recap the key points of the lesson and ask students to share any changes in their thinking.
  • Highlight the importance of being open to new perspectives and continuous self-reflection.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to initiate a conversation about attitudes and their impact.

What is an attitude you have about school?

Encourage students to think about their feelings towards school and how it affects their behavior.







Can you think of a time when your attitude changed?

Guide students to reflect on experiences that led to a change in their perspective.







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Worksheet

Attitude Adventure Worksheet

A worksheet to help students reflect on their attitudes and the changes they experienced during the lesson.

Describe a scenario from the game that challenged your attitude.

Think about how you felt and what you learned.







How did your attitude change after the activity?

Consider any new perspectives you gained.







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Worksheet

Printable Scenario Cards

Cards with specific scenarios for students to role-play during the 'Attitude Adventure' game.




Teamwork Challenge: Work together to solve a problem, but one student prefers to work alone. Adjust your attitude to collaborate effectively.







New Student: A new student joins the class, and others have preconceived notions about them. Change your attitude to be more welcoming and inclusive.







Lost Game: Students lose a game they were confident about winning. Shift your attitude from disappointment to learning from the experience.







Different Opinions: A class debate where students have opposing views. Maintain a respectful attitude and consider other perspectives.







Sharing Resources: Students have limited resources for a project, and some are reluctant to share. Adjust your attitude to work cooperatively and share what you have.







Cultural Differences: A student shares a cultural practice that others are unfamiliar with. Change your attitude to be more open and respectful towards different cultures.







Constructive Criticism: A student receives feedback on their work that they initially perceive as negative. Shift your attitude to see it as an opportunity for growth.







Helping a Peer: A classmate is struggling with a task, and others are hesitant to help. Change your attitude to be more supportive and helpful.




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