Be An Expectation Expert!

Katie Mayer

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Be An Expectation Expert

Students will be able to define expected behaviors, identify examples in different settings (classroom, hallway, playground), and practice demonstrating these behaviors.

Understanding and practicing expected behaviors creates a positive, safe, and productive learning environment for everyone. It helps students succeed academically and socially.

Audience

5th Grade

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Through discussion, examples, and interactive scenarios.

Materials

Be An Expectation Expert Slide Deck, - Whiteboard or Chart Paper, - Markers, - Behavior Scenario Cards, and - Expected Behavior Exit Ticket

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Review the Be An Expectation Expert Slide Deck and familiarize yourself with the content.
- Print and cut out the Behavior Scenario Cards.
- Make copies of the Expected Behavior Exit Ticket for each student.
- Ensure whiteboard or chart paper and markers are accessible.

Step 1

Warm-Up: What Do You Expect?

5 minutes

Begin by asking students: "When you walk into a new place, like a restaurant or a library, how do you know what to do?" (Allow for brief student responses).
2. Introduce the idea of 'expected behaviors' as unspoken rules that help everyone feel comfortable and safe.
3. Transition to the Be An Expectation Expert Slide Deck - Slide 1.

Step 2

Defining Expected Behaviors

7 minutes

Display Slide 2: "What are Expected Behaviors?" Read the definition together.
2. Discuss why these behaviors are important using Slide 3: "Why Do They Matter?". Ask students for their own reasons.
3. Show Slide 4: "Expected vs. Unexpected". Briefly explain the difference with examples, asking students for one example of each in the classroom.

Step 3

Scenario Sort Activity

10 minutes

Divide students into small groups (3-4 students per group).
2. Give each group a set of Behavior Scenario Cards.
3. Instruct groups to read each scenario and decide if it describes an 'expected' or 'unexpected' behavior. They should also briefly explain why and what the expected behavior would be if it's currently unexpected.
4. Circulate and provide support as needed. After 7 minutes, bring the class back together to briefly share a few scenarios and group responses.

Step 4

Wrap-Up & Reflection

5 minutes

Display Slide 5: "Be An Expectation Expert!". Reiterate that being an 'expectation expert' means knowing and showing expected behaviors.
2. Distribute the Expected Behavior Exit Ticket.
3. Ask students to complete the exit ticket independently. Collect them as students leave or as a quick check for understanding.

Slide Deck

Be An Expectation Expert!

Understanding What's Expected

How do you know what to do in new places?

Welcome students and introduce the topic. Ask the warm-up question: "When you walk into a new place, like a restaurant or a library, how do you know what to do?" Listen to a few responses. Explain that today we'll talk about 'expected behaviors' and how they help everyone.

What are Expected Behaviors?

Behaviors that most people agree are appropriate and helpful in a particular situation or setting.

They help everyone feel safe, comfortable, and ready to learn!

Introduce the definition of expected behaviors. Emphasize that these are often unspoken rules.

Why Do They Matter?

Safety: Keeps everyone safe.
Respect: Shows consideration for others.
Learning: Helps us focus and learn.
Friendship: Makes it easier to get along.
Success: Helps you achieve your goals!

Discuss why these behaviors are important. Ask students to share their own ideas about why they matter in the classroom.

Expected vs. Unexpected

Expected Behaviors:

Raising your hand before speaking.
Listening when others are talking.
Walking quietly in the hallways.

Unexpected Behaviors:

Shouting out answers.
Interrupting a classmate.
Running in the hallways.

Give clear examples of expected vs. unexpected. Ask students for one example of an expected and unexpected behavior in the classroom.

Be An Expectation Expert!

You know what to do and you show it!

Let's continue to make our classroom a great place for everyone.

Conclude the lesson by reinforcing the idea of being an 'expectation expert.' Distribute the exit ticket and explain its purpose.

Activity

Behavior Scenario Cards

Instructions: Read each scenario with your group. Discuss whether the behavior described is Expected or Unexpected. Then, explain why and what the expected behavior would be if it's currently unexpected.

Scenario 1

During a group project, Alex keeps interrupting his teammates and talks over them when they try to share their ideas.