Autumn Reflections: Embracing Change

Bryce Bjork

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Autumn Reflections: Embracing Change

Reflect on and embrace change

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of change by reflecting on the current changes in nature and how these might mirror changes they experience in their own lives. This exercise will help them identify personal growth opportunities and learn to constructively deal with transitions.

Audience

Grade 6 students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Reflect on and embrace change

Materials

Post-it notes, Pens, Discussion Questions, and Reflection Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Welcome students and introduce the topic of change.
Explain that today, we will be looking at how nature changes during autumn and how these changes can reflect changes in our own lives.

Step 2

Discussion on Autumn Changes

10 mins

Ask students to share what changes they notice in nature during autumn (e.g., leaves changing color, weather getting cooler).
Use the provided discussion questions to guide the conversation.

Step 3

Personal Reflection Activity

10 mins

Hand out the reflection worksheet.
Ask students to think about a change they are currently experiencing or have recently experienced.
Have them write down how this change makes them feel and what they can learn from it.

Step 4

Closing Discussion

5 mins

Bring the class back together and invite a few students to share their reflections.
Discuss how change can be an opportunity for personal growth.
Encourage students to embrace change and see it as a positive part of life.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions

Questions to guide the discussion on changes in nature during autumn and how they relate to personal changes.

What changes do you notice in nature during autumn?

Encourage students to think about changes in weather, plants, animals, and daylight.

How do these changes in nature make you feel?

Guide students to express their feelings and thoughts about the changes they observe.

Can you think of a change in your own life that is similar to a change in nature?

Help students draw parallels between changes in nature and their personal experiences.

Worksheet

Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet to help students reflect on a personal change they are experiencing and what they can learn from it.

Describe a change you are currently experiencing or have recently experienced.

Think about changes at school, at home, or with friends.

How does this change make you feel?

Write down your emotions and thoughts about this change.

What can you learn from this change?

Consider how this change might help you grow or learn something new.