Behavior Detectives

Jill Chisholm

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Behavior Detectives

Expected and Unexpected Behaviors

In this lesson, students will explore the concepts of expected and unexpected behaviors through interactive activities. Understanding these behaviors is crucial for developing social skills and creating a positive classroom environment. By recognizing and discussing these behaviors, students will learn to navigate social situations more effectively and empathetically.

Audience

2nd and 3rd Graders

Time

45 minutes

Approach

Trauma-Informed Teaching, Active Learning, Game-Based Learning

Materials

Printable Behavior Cards, Whiteboard and markers, and Art supplies (crayons, paper, scissors, glue)

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief discussion on what behaviors are and why they matter.
Explain the difference between expected and unexpected behaviors in simple terms.

Step 2

Group Discussion

10 mins

Engage students in a discussion about different behaviors they have observed in the classroom or playground.
Ask questions like: What behaviors do you think are expected? Why? What about unexpected behaviors?

Step 3

Behavior Cards Activity

10 mins

Distribute printable behavior cards to each student.
Have students work in pairs to sort the cards into 'expected' and 'unexpected' categories.
Encourage students to explain their reasoning for each card.

Step 4

Creative Arts Activity

10 mins

Provide students with art supplies to draw or create a collage of expected and unexpected behaviors.
Encourage creativity and allow students to express their understanding through art.
Display the artworks in the classroom as a reminder of the lesson.

Step 5

Behavior Game

5 mins

Play a simple game where students act out different behaviors, and the class guesses if they are expected or unexpected.
Use this as a fun way to reinforce the lesson's concepts.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

Gather students and review the sorted cards and artworks as a group.
Reinforce the importance of understanding and respecting different behaviors.
Conclude with a positive note on how recognizing these behaviors can help in making friends and creating a happy classroom.

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Worksheet

Printable Behavior Cards

These cards are used for sorting activities to help students identify expected and unexpected behaviors.

Sharing toys

Interrupting others

Listening quietly

Running indoors

Helping a friend

Ignoring instructions

Saying 'please' and 'thank you'

Talking during a lesson

Discussion

Expected and Unexpected Behaviors Discussion

This discussion will help students articulate their understanding of expected and unexpected behaviors and reflect on their own experiences.

What are some examples of expected behaviors in our classroom?

Encourage students to think about behaviors that help everyone learn and feel safe.

Can you think of a time when you saw an unexpected behavior? How did it make you feel?

Guide students to reflect on their feelings and the impact of unexpected behaviors on others.

Why is it important to understand the difference between expected and unexpected behaviors?

Discuss how understanding these behaviors can help in making friends and creating a positive environment.