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Behavior Basics: School Success!

Tracy Breen

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Behavior Basics: School Success!

Students will be able to identify and demonstrate at least three examples of school-appropriate behavior in various school settings.

Understanding and practicing appropriate behavior helps create a safe, respectful, and effective learning environment for all students and staff. It empowers students to be responsible members of their school community.

Audience

5th Grade

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Interactive discussion, examples, and a sorting activity to reinforce appropriate behaviors.

Materials

Smartboard or Projector, School Behavior Slides, Appropriate Behavior Worksheet, and Reading: Why Rules Matter

Prep

Prepare Materials

10 minutes

  • Review the School Behavior Slides and practice the script.
    - Print copies of the Appropriate Behavior Worksheet.
    - Ensure access to the Reading: Why Rules Matter for students, either digitally or printed.
    - Gather markers or pencils for the worksheet activity.
    - Ensure projector/Smartboard is ready.

Step 1

Warm-Up: Think-Pair-Share

5 minutes

  • Begin by asking students: "What does 'good behavior' look like in our classroom?"
    - Have students think individually for 1 minute, then pair with a partner to discuss for 2 minutes.
    - Bring the class back together and ask a few pairs to share their ideas with the whole group.
    - Transition by saying: "Today we're going to explore what school-appropriate behavior really means and why it's so important for everyone."

Step 2

Introduce School-Appropriate Behavior

10 minutes

  • Use the School Behavior Slides to guide the discussion.
    - Slide 1: Title Slide - Introduce the topic: "Behavior Basics: School Success!"
    - Slide 2: What is School-Appropriate Behavior? - Discuss the definition and why it's important (safety, respect, learning). Provide examples relevant to different school areas (classroom, hallway, cafeteria, playground).
    - Slide 3: Classroom Examples - Brainstorm specific examples of good behavior in the classroom (listening, raising hands, working quietly).
    - Slide 4: Hallway & Common Areas - Discuss appropriate behavior in hallways, cafeteria, and restrooms (walking, quiet voices, cleaning up).
    - Slide 5: Why Does It Matter? - Connect appropriate behavior to a positive school environment and successful learning. Ask students: "How does your behavior affect others?"

Step 3

Worksheet Activity: Sorting Behaviors

10 minutes

  • Distribute the Appropriate Behavior Worksheet.
    - Explain the activity: Students will read different scenarios and categorize them as "Appropriate" or "Inappropriate" behavior.
    - Circulate the room to provide support and clarification.
    - After 7 minutes, bring the class back together to briefly review some of the answers, prompting students to explain their reasoning. Use the Answer Key for Behavior Worksheet as a guide.

Step 4

Reading & Wrap-Up

5 minutes

  • Distribute or share the link to the Reading: Why Rules Matter.
    - Explain that for homework or as an extension, students will read this article which further explains the importance of rules and expectations.
    - Conclude by reiterating the main points: "Today we learned that school-appropriate behavior helps make our school a great place to learn and grow. Remember, your actions make a difference!"
    - Ask students to share one new thing they learned about school behavior.
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Slide Deck

Behavior Basics: School Success!

Understanding and practicing appropriate behavior for a great school year!

Greet students and start with the warm-up activity as outlined in the lesson plan.

What is School-Appropriate Behavior?

  • Actions and words that help our school be safe, respectful, and ready for learning.
  • It helps everyone feel comfortable and able to focus.
  • It shows respect for yourself, your classmates, and your teachers.

Define school-appropriate behavior. Emphasize that it's about making school a good place for everyone. Ask students for initial thoughts.

Classroom Superstars!

In the Classroom, appropriate behavior looks like:

  • Listening actively when others are speaking.
  • Raising your hand to share ideas or ask questions.
  • Working quietly on your assignments.
  • Being prepared with your materials.
  • Using kind words and actions towards classmates and teachers.

Discuss specific examples for the classroom. Encourage students to share their own ideas while maintaining a positive tone.

Navigating School Spaces

In the Hallways, Cafeteria, and Playground, appropriate behavior looks like:

  • Walking calmly and quietly in the hallways.
  • Using an inside voice in common areas.
  • Cleaning up your eating area in the cafeteria.
  • Playing safely and following game rules on the playground.
  • Respecting school property and others' personal space.

Cover common areas. Highlight that behavior changes depending on the environment.

Why Does It Matter?

Appropriate behavior helps us all:

  • Learn more! When the environment is calm, you can focus.
  • Stay safe! Following rules keeps everyone out of harm's way.
  • Feel happy! Respectful interactions make school a positive place.
  • Be a leader! Your good choices can inspire others.

Reinforce the 'why' behind these behaviors. Connect it to personal success and the well-being of the school community.

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Worksheet

Appropriate Behavior Worksheet

Name: _____________________________

Date: _____________________________

Directions: Read each scenario below. Decide if the behavior described is Appropriate or Inappropriate for school. Write your answer in the space provided and then explain why.

  1. Scenario: During group work, Sarah keeps talking over her teammates and doesn't let anyone else share their ideas.
    • Behavior: _____________________________


    • Why?





  1. Scenario: Mark quietly walks down the hallway in a single file line, keeping his hands to himself.
    • Behavior: _____________________________


    • Why?





  1. Scenario: Emily gets frustrated with a math problem and loudly rips her paper, throwing it on the floor.
    • Behavior: _____________________________


    • Why?





  1. Scenario: David sees a classmate drop their books and helps them pick them up without being asked.
    • Behavior: _____________________________


    • Why?





  1. Scenario: During lunch, Jessica leaves her trash on the table instead of throwing it in the garbage can.
    • Behavior: _____________________________


    • Why?





  1. Scenario: While the teacher is explaining a new concept, Alex raises his hand to ask a question and waits to be called on.
    • Behavior: _____________________________


    • Why?





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Reading

Why Rules Matter at School

Have you ever wondered why we have so many rules at school? It might seem like a lot to remember sometimes, but every rule has a good reason! Just like rules in a game make it fair and fun for everyone, school rules help make our learning environment the best it can be.

Keeping Everyone Safe

One of the most important reasons for rules is to keep you and your classmates safe. Imagine if everyone ran in the hallways or pushed to get through a doorway. Accidents would happen all the time! Rules like "walk in the halls" or "keep hands and feet to yourself" are there to prevent injuries and ensure everyone can move around safely.

Showing Respect

Rules also help us show respect. When you raise your hand before speaking, you are showing respect for your teacher and your classmates who might be talking or listening. When you clean up your lunch area, you are showing respect for the people who work hard to keep our school clean. Respectful behavior makes school a more pleasant place for everyone, and it helps us get along better.

Making Learning Easier

Think about trying to learn something new when there's a lot of noise or disruption. It's really hard, right? Rules like "listen when the teacher is talking" or "work quietly during independent time" create a calm and focused environment. When everyone follows these rules, teachers can teach, and students can learn without distractions. This means you can understand subjects better and do your best work!

Being a Good Citizen

Following school rules is also about being a good citizen of our school community. A community is a group of people who live, work, and learn together. Just like there are laws in our towns and cities to help people live together peacefully, school rules help our school community thrive. When you follow the rules, you are doing your part to make our school a positive and successful place for every single person in it.

So, the next time you see a rule, remember it's not just there to tell you what to do. It's there to help keep you safe, show respect, make learning easier, and help you be an awesome member of our school community! Your choices make a big difference!

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Answer Key

Answer Key: Appropriate Behavior Worksheet

Directions: Read each scenario below. Decide if the behavior described is Appropriate or Inappropriate for school. Write your answer in the space provided and then explain why.

  1. Scenario: During group work, Sarah keeps talking over her teammates and doesn't let anyone else share their ideas.
    • Behavior: Inappropriate


    • Why? This is inappropriate because it shows a lack of respect for her teammates' ideas and prevents others from participating. Good teamwork involves listening and taking turns.





  1. Scenario: Mark quietly walks down the hallway in a single file line, keeping his hands to himself.
    • Behavior: Appropriate


    • Why? This is appropriate behavior for the hallway. Walking quietly and keeping hands to oneself helps maintain a calm environment, ensures safety, and shows respect for others who are learning.





  1. Scenario: Emily gets frustrated with a math problem and loudly rips her paper, throwing it on the floor.
    • Behavior: Inappropriate


    • Why? This is inappropriate because it disrupts the class, shows a lack of self-control, and is disrespectful to school property. There are better ways to deal with frustration, like asking for help.





  1. Scenario: David sees a classmate drop their books and helps them pick them up without being asked.
    • Behavior: Appropriate


    • Why? This is appropriate behavior because it shows kindness, helpfulness, and empathy. Helping others creates a positive and supportive school community.





  1. Scenario: During lunch, Jessica leaves her trash on the table instead of throwing it in the garbage can.
    • Behavior: Inappropriate


    • Why? This is inappropriate as it makes the cafeteria messy for others and shows disrespect for the school environment and the staff who clean it. It's important to clean up after yourself.





  1. Scenario: While the teacher is explaining a new concept, Alex raises his hand to ask a question and waits to be called on.
    • Behavior: Appropriate


    • Why? This is appropriate classroom behavior because it shows respect for the teacher and allows for an organized way to ask questions without interrupting the lesson for others.





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