Being Nice to Others

Marshetta Wheeler

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Being Nice to Others

Being nice to others

This lesson aims to teach second graders the importance of being nice to others. Through a video, discussion, activity, and worksheet, students will learn about respect, kindness, and fair play. This lesson is important as it helps build a positive classroom environment and fosters good social interactions among students.

Audience

Second Grade

Time

15 mins

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Restorative Practices, Blended Learning, Project-Based Learning

Materials

Video: Respecting Each Other in School, Discussion Questions, Worksheet: Being Nice to Others, and Activity: Simon Says Game

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

Greet the students and briefly introduce the topic of being nice to others.
Explain that they will watch a short video about respecting each other in school.

Step 2

Video

4 mins

Play the video Respecting Each Other in School (13 mins 42 secs).
Pause the video at key moments to ask questions and ensure understanding.

Step 3

Discussion

3 mins

Discuss the key points from the video using the provided discussion questions.
Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences.

Step 4

Activity

4 mins

Play a quick game of 'Simon Says' to reinforce the lesson on being nice and following rules.
Emphasize the importance of playing fair and being considerate of others.

Step 5

Worksheet

2 mins

Hand out the worksheet 'Being Nice to Others'.
Explain the instructions and allow students to complete it individually.
Collect the worksheets for review.

Step 6

Closure

1 min

Summarize the key points of the lesson.
Encourage students to practice being nice to others throughout the day.

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Discussion

Being Nice Discussion

A discussion to reinforce the key points from the video and encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences.

Why is it important to wait your turn?

Discuss the importance of fairness and taking turns in games and activities.

How did the new boy's actions affect others?

Talk about how being unkind can make others feel sad or angry.

What can we do to be nice to others on the playground?

Encourage students to share ideas like sharing, helping others, and playing fair.

Worksheet

Being Nice to Others

A worksheet to reinforce the lesson on being nice to others. Students will complete activities that help them understand and practice kindness and respect.

Draw a picture of you being nice to someone on the playground.

Think about sharing, helping, or playing fair.

Write one sentence about why it is important to be nice to others.

Use words like 'kind', 'respect', and 'friends'.