Lesson Plan
Behavior Superstars Lesson Plan
Students will identify and practice positive behaviors in the hallway, cafeteria, and playground, demonstrating respectful actions through role-play and reflection.
Establishing clear, consistent expectations promotes a safe, respectful school culture and reduces misbehavior by giving 3rd graders concrete behaviors to practice and reflect on.
Audience
3rd Grade Students
Time
60 minutes
Approach
Interactive posters, role-plays, and student reflections.
Materials
Hallway Behavior Poster, - Cafeteria Behavior Poster, - Playground Behavior Poster, - Role-Play Scenario Cards, - Behavior Reflection Worksheet, - Reward Stickers, - Chart Paper, - Markers, and - Timer
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
- Print and laminate the Hallway Behavior Poster, Cafeteria Behavior Poster, and Playground Behavior Poster
- Print and cut out the Role-Play Scenario Cards
- Print one copy of the Behavior Reflection Worksheet per student
- Gather Reward Stickers and place them on a table near the teaching area
- Set up chart paper and markers for the opening discussion
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
- Gather students on the carpet and share the lesson objective: becoming Behavior Superstars in common school areas.
- Ask: “Why is good behavior important in the hallway, cafeteria, and playground?”
- Record student responses on chart paper.
Step 2
Posters Presentation
10 minutes
- Display the Hallway Behavior Poster; review each expectation and ask for student examples.
- Repeat with the Cafeteria Behavior Poster and the Playground Behavior Poster.
- Highlight connections between posters and real-life situations.
Step 3
Role-Play Practice
20 minutes
- Divide students into small groups and give each group a set of Role-Play Scenario Cards.
- In each group, students take turns acting out the scenario using positive behaviors from the posters.
- After each role-play, classmates provide feedback by naming one behavior they observed.
Step 4
Reflection
15 minutes
- Distribute the Behavior Reflection Worksheet.
- Students draw or write one way they will be a Behavior Superstar in the hallway, cafeteria, and playground.
- Invite volunteers to share their reflections with the class.
Step 5
Reinforcement and Closure
10 minutes
- Review the key behaviors captured on chart paper.
- Praise students for their role-play and reflections.
- Give each student a Reward Sticker for participating as a Behavior Superstar.
- Challenge students to demonstrate these behaviors tomorrow and beyond.
Slide Deck
Behavior Superstars
Grade 3 • 60-minute lesson on positive school behavior
Welcome students and set the purpose: “Today we are going to become Behavior Superstars! We’ll learn the best ways to act in the hallway, cafeteria, and playground.”
Today's Objective
Students will become Behavior Superstars by learning and practicing positive behaviors in the hallway, cafeteria, and playground.
Read the objective aloud and invite a student to restate it in their own words.
Hallway Expectations
• Walk in a straight line quietly
• Keep hands and feet to yourself
• Face forward and use a quiet voice
Display the Hallway Behavior Poster. Review each expectation and ask: “Can someone give me an example of walking quietly?”
Cafeteria Expectations
• Use quiet voices in line and at the table
• Keep food on your tray
• Clean up after yourself
Switch to the Cafeteria Behavior Poster. Ask: “Why do we use quiet voices here?” Invite students to share.
Playground Expectations
• Take turns on equipment
• Use kind words and include others
• Follow adult directions quickly
Show the Playground Behavior Poster. Ask: “What does ‘include others’ look like on the playground?”
Role-Play Practice
• In small groups, act out scenarios from the Role-Play Scenario Cards
• Show the correct behaviors from our posters
• After each role-play, peers name one positive behavior they saw
Explain how to work in groups. Model one scenario with a volunteer before students start.
Reflection
Draw or write one way you’ll be a Behavior Superstar in:
• Hallway
• Cafeteria
• Playground
Hand out the Behavior Reflection Worksheet. Circulate to support students as they draw and write.
Closure: You’re Behavior Superstars!
Great work today! Remember to:
• Use quiet voices in hallways and cafeteria
• Keep hands to yourself
• Be kind and include everyone on the playground
Review examples shared by students. Praise specific behaviors and distribute Reward Stickers. Challenge them to show these behaviors every day.
Worksheet
Behavior Reflection Worksheet
Instructions: Think about how you can be a Behavior Superstar in each area of our school. For each section below, draw a picture and write one way you will show positive behavior. Be creative and thoughtful!
1. Hallway
a) Draw yourself following the hallway expectations:
b) In the hallway I will:
2. Cafeteria
a) Draw yourself showing good cafeteria behavior:
b) In the cafeteria I will:
3. Playground
a) Draw yourself being a kind friend on the playground:
b) On the playground I will:
4. Reflection Question
Which of the three areas do you think you will find easiest to be a Behavior Superstar? Why?
Activity
Behavior Role-Play Scenarios
Instructions: In small groups, pick a scenario card. Read it aloud, then act out how you would demonstrate the positive behaviors from our posters. After each role-play, your peers will name one behavior they observed.
Scenario Cards
- Hallway: Quiet Line
"You and a friend are walking to class and start talking loudly. Show how you can be a Behavior Superstar in the hallway by using a quiet voice and walking in a straight line." - Hallway: Helping Hand
"You see a classmate drop their pencil as everyone walks past. Act out how you can help respectfully while still keeping hands and feet to yourself." - Hallway: Guiding the New Student
"A new student looks lost in the hallway. Show how you would use kind words and stay quietly together as you guide them to class." - Cafeteria: Line Manners
"Someone cuts in front of you in the lunch line. Demonstrate how you stay calm, use a quiet voice to ask them politely to wait their turn." - Cafeteria: Spill and Clean Up
"You accidentally spill your milk on the table. Act out how you will follow cafeteria expectations by getting a paper towel or telling an adult to keep the area clean." - Cafeteria: Tray Troubles
"Your tray is too heavy and some items fall off. Show how you can keep food on your tray and clean up any mess responsibly." - Playground: Include a Friend
"You notice a classmate playing alone. Demonstrate how you ask them to join your game and use kind words to include them." - Playground: Taking Turns
"Two friends are arguing over the swing. Act out how you follow adult directions and take turns fairly on the equipment." - Playground: Following Directions
"A teacher calls everyone to line up for the next activity. Show how you stop playing quickly and line up quietly, keeping hands and feet to yourself."
Materials:
- Role-Play Scenario Cards
- Hallway Behavior Poster
- Cafeteria Behavior Poster
- Playground Behavior Poster
Tip: Encourage creativity! Use gestures, voices, and expressions to show positive behaviors clearly.
Reading
Hallway Behavior Poster 🚶♀️🚶♂️
Be a Hallway Superstar! Follow these expectations every time you walk in the hall:
• Walk in a straight line quietly
• Keep hands and feet to yourself
• Face forward and eyes on the way
• Use a quiet voice
• Walk on the right side
• Stay with your class and follow adult directions
Remember: Quiet hallways help everyone stay safe and respectful. Let’s shine as Hallway Superstars! ⭐
Reading
Cafeteria Behavior Poster 🍽️
Be a Cafeteria Superstar! Follow these expectations every time you eat in the cafeteria:
• Use quiet voices while standing in line and sitting at the table
• Walk with your tray; no running
• Keep food and drinks on your tray
• Sit properly at the table with feet on the floor
• Raise your hand if you need help or need to get up
• Clean up after yourself: throw away trash and wipe the table
Remember: Good cafeteria habits keep our lunch area clean and safe. Let’s shine as Cafeteria Superstars! ⭐
Reading
Playground Behavior Poster 🛝
Be a Playground Superstar! Follow these expectations every time you play outside:
• Take turns on equipment
• Use kind words and include others
• Keep hands and feet to yourself
• Follow adult directions quickly
• Play safely and be aware of others
• Clean up and put away equipment when done
Remember: Fun playgrounds are safe when we're kind and respectful. Let’s shine as Playground Superstars! ⭐
Warm Up
Behavior Warm-Up
Get your brains buzzing about how to be Behavior Superstars before we dive into our lesson!
Time: 5 minutes
1. Think-Pair-Share (3 minutes)
- Think: “What makes someone a Behavior Superstar in our school?”
Take 30 seconds to think on your own. - Pair: Turn to a partner and share one idea.
- Share: We’ll ask a few volunteers to tell us what they discussed.
Teacher records 2–3 responses on chart paper.
2. Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down Quick Sort (2 minutes)
- Teacher reads a short behavior statement (e.g., “Walking quietly in the hallway,” “Shouting at lunchtime,” “Taking turns on the swing”).
- Students show:
• 👍 if it is a Behavior Superstar action
• 👎 if it needs more practice - Discuss: After each statement, briefly highlight why it’s a superstar move or how to improve it.
Transition: Wonderful! Now that we’ve warmed up our minds, let’s check out our Hallway Behavior Poster and learn more about being true Behavior Superstars today!
Cool Down
Behavior Cool-Down
Time: 5 minutes
Complete this quick exit ticket to show what you’ve learned and how you’ll use it tomorrow.
- Tomorrow in the hallway I will:
- Tomorrow in the cafeteria I will:
- Tomorrow on the playground I will:
- Rate your Behavior Superstar confidence for tomorrow (circle one):1 2 3 4 5
- One behavior I want to practice more and why: