Behavior Detectives: Expected or Unexpected? - Script

(Teacher faces student with a friendly, inviting demeanor)

Teacher: "Hey there, super detective! Thanks for joining me today. We have a very important mission to tackle. Have you ever been somewhere new and wondered, 'What should I do here?' Or maybe you've seen someone do something and thought, 'Hmm, that was a bit surprising!'"

Teacher: "Today, we're going to become 'Behavior Detectives' and learn how to figure out what's expected in different places! It's like finding clues to understand how to act so everyone feels comfortable, safe, and happy. Does that sound like a cool mission?"

(Move to Slide Deck: Behavior Detectives - Slide 2: What Are Behaviors?)

Teacher: "Alright, Detective, let's start with the basics. What do you think a 'behavior' is?"

(Allow student to respond, then guide them to the definition on the slide.)

Teacher: "Exactly! Behaviors are simply everything we say and do. From how we talk, to how we play, to how we sit in our chairs – it's all behavior. And guess what? Our behaviors have a big impact on the people around us. They can make others feel happy, sad, safe, or even a little uncomfortable."

(Move to Slide Deck: Behavior Detectives - Slide 3: Expected Behaviors)

Teacher: "Now, let's talk about 'expected behaviors.' What does the word 'expected' make you think of?"

(Allow student to respond.)

Teacher: "Great ideas! Expected behaviors are like the unspoken rules that help everyone feel comfortable and safe. They're the actions people usually do that make things run smoothly. Like in the classroom, what's an expected behavior when you want to share an idea?"

(Prompt for raising hand.)

Teacher: "Perfect! Raising your hand is an expected behavior because it helps everyone get a turn and keeps our discussions organized."

(Move to Slide Deck: Behavior Detectives - Slide 4: Unexpected Behaviors)

Teacher: "On the other hand, we have 'unexpected behaviors.' What do you think those are?"

(Allow student to respond.)

Teacher: "That's right! Unexpected behaviors are actions that might surprise people or make others feel uncomfortable, confused, or even a little unsafe. They can make things difficult. If someone shouted out answers all the time, how might that make other students feel?"

(Allow student to respond.)

Teacher: "Exactly. It might make it hard for others to concentrate or feel like they can't share their own ideas. As Behavior Detectives, our job is to understand the difference."

(Move to Slide Deck: Behavior Detectives - Slide 5: Scenario 1 - Classroom)

Teacher: "Alright, Detective, let's look at our first case! Read this scenario for me: A student is quietly working on their assignment, asking the teacher for help when needed. Is this an expected or unexpected behavior? And why?"

(Listen to student's answer and reasoning. Provide positive feedback.)

Teacher: "Fantastic! That's definitely expected. How does that behavior make the teacher feel? How does it help the student learn?"

(Move to Slide Deck: Behavior Detectives - Slide 6: Scenario 2 - Playground)

Teacher: "Next case! Two friends are arguing loudly over a ball, pushing each other. Expected or unexpected? Tell me why you think so."

(Listen to student's answer and reasoning.)

Teacher: "You got it, that's unexpected. What might happen if they keep pushing? What would be an expected way for them to try and solve that problem?"

(Move to Slide Deck: Behavior Detectives - Slide 7: Scenario 3 - Library)

Teacher: "Here's a tricky one! Someone is running through the library aisles and talking loudly on their phone. What's your verdict? Expected or unexpected, and why?"

(Listen to student's answer and reasoning.)

Teacher: "Excellent deduction! Why do we have different expected behaviors for places like the library compared to, say, the playground? How does that behavior affect others who are trying to read or study?"

(Move to Slide Deck: Behavior Detectives - Slide 8: Scenario 4 - Lunchroom)

Teacher: "Our last scenario! A student finishes their lunch, cleans up their tray, and walks to the trash can to dispose of it. Expected or unexpected? And what makes you say that?"

(Listen to student's answer and reasoning.)

Teacher: "Perfectly analyzed! How does cleaning up their tray help everyone in the lunchroom? What if everyone just left their mess?"

(Move to Slide Deck: Behavior Detectives - Slide 9: Being a Behavior Detective)

Teacher: "You've been an amazing Behavior Detective so far! So, how do we become even better at this? We look for clues! The slide shows some great questions to ask ourselves:

• Where are you? (Is it the classroom, the playground, the library? Each place has different expectations.)
• Who is around? (Are you with friends, family, teachers, or strangers?)
• What are others doing? (Often, we can learn by watching others.)
• How do you want others to feel? (This is a big one! We usually want to make others feel safe, happy, and respected.)"

Teacher: "Remember, thinking about these clues helps us choose behaviors that are expected and make everyone's day better!"

(Move to Slide Deck: Behavior Detectives - Slide 10: Your Mission!)

Teacher: "Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to keep practicing being a Behavior Detective! Keep thinking about expected and unexpected behaviors throughout your day. You are really good at this, and I know you'll do great!"

Teacher: "Now, to help you practice your detective skills, I have a special Worksheet: Behavior Scenarios for you. It has a few more cases for you to crack!"

(Hand student the worksheet and provide instructions as per Lesson Plan.)

Teacher: "Great job on the worksheet! You're really catching on. Now, I'd like you to take a few minutes to think about what you've learned. This Journal: My Behavior Reflection will help you do that."

(Hand student the journal and provide instructions as per Lesson Plan.)

Teacher: "Wonderful reflection! To wrap up our detective work for today, let's do a quick Cool Down: Behavior Check-Out. It's a way to see what important clues you're taking with you from our lesson."

(Hand student the cool down and provide instructions as per Lesson Plan.)

Teacher: "Thank you for being such an attentive and thoughtful Behavior Detective today! You did an excellent job identifying expected and unexpected behaviors. Keep up the great work!"

Behavior Detective Case Files

Instructions: Read each scenario below. Decide if the behavior is Expected or Unexpected. Then, explain why it is that way.

Case 1: The Fire Drill

Scenario: During a fire drill, students calmly walk in a line out of the building, listening to their teacher.

• Expected or Unexpected?
  
  
  
  

• Why is this behavior expected or unexpected?
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Case 2: The Borrowed Pencil

Scenario: A student borrows a friend's pencil from their desk without asking and then doesn't return it.

• Expected or Unexpected?
  
  
  
  

• Why is this behavior expected or unexpected?
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Case 3: Listening Time

Scenario: While someone else is talking, a student listens quietly, makes eye contact, and waits for their turn to speak.

• Expected or Unexpected?
  
  
  
  

• Why is this behavior expected or unexpected?
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Case 4: Frustrated Feelings

Scenario: A student gets frustrated with a math problem, crumples their paper, and quietly asks the teacher for help.

• Expected or Unexpected?
  
  
  
  

• Why is this behavior expected or unexpected?
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

My Behavior Detective Journal

Instructions: Take a moment to reflect on what we learned today about expected and unexpected behaviors. Use these questions to guide your thinking.

1. My Expected Action

Think about a time recently when you showed an expected behavior. What was it? Where were you? How do you think that behavior made others feel?

2. Learning from Unexpected Moments

Think about a time you might have shown an unexpected behavior (remember, we all do it sometimes!). What was it? What happened? How do you think it made others feel? What is one thing you could try to do differently next time if a similar situation happens?

3. My Detective Discovery

What is one new important clue or strategy you learned today about being a "Behavior Detective" and understanding behaviors?

Behavior Check-Out

Instructions: Before you finish your detective work for today, quickly answer the questions below.

1. My Expected Behavior Insight

One important thing I learned today about expected behaviors is:

2. My Strategy for Success

One thing I can try to do to remember to show expected behaviors in different places is:

3. My Detective Feelings

I feel ______ about being a Behavior Detective! (Circle one)

• Great
• Okay
• Still a little confused