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Building Classroom Community

Lesson Plan

Building Classroom Community

Stop isolating one student

This lesson aims to foster a sense of community and inclusion among 4th-grade students by addressing the issue of student isolation. Through a video and a reading activity, students will learn the importance of kindness, respect, and making connections with their peers. This lesson is crucial in promoting a supportive classroom environment where every student feels valued and included.

Audience

4th graders

Time

20 mins

Approach

Active Learning

Materials

Video: Story: Our Class is a Family, Reading: Building a Classroom Community, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

  • Begin by asking students if they know what it means to be part of a community.
  • Briefly discuss how our classroom is like a family where everyone should feel included.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

Step 3

Reading Activity

5 mins

  • Distribute the reading handout "Building a Classroom Community."
  • Have students read the handout silently or in pairs.
  • Encourage them to think about how they can apply these ideas in their own classroom.

Step 4

Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the discussion questions to facilitate a conversation about the video and reading.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts on how they can help make everyone feel included.

Step 5

Closure

3 mins

  • Summarize the key points discussed.
  • Encourage students to think of one action they can take to make a classmate feel more included.
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Reading

Building a Classroom Community

This reading handout provides students with ideas and strategies to create a more inclusive and supportive classroom environment. It emphasizes the importance of kindness, respect, and teamwork.

Building a Classroom Community

In our classroom, we are like a family. Everyone should feel welcome and included. Here are some ways we can build a strong classroom community:

  • Be Kind: Always use kind words and actions. A simple smile or hello can make someone's day.
  • Respect Everyone: Listen when others are speaking and respect their opinions.
  • Work Together: Help each other with tasks and include everyone in group activities.
  • Celebrate Differences: Appreciate what makes each of us unique and learn from each other.

By following these steps, we can make our classroom a place where everyone feels they belong.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions

These questions are designed to help students reflect on the video and reading, and to encourage them to think about how they can contribute to a more inclusive classroom environment.

What does it mean to be part of a classroom family?

Encourage students to think about the qualities of a family, such as support, care, and inclusion.







How did the characters in the video show kindness and respect?

Discuss specific actions or words used by the characters that demonstrated kindness.







What are some ways we can make sure everyone feels included in our class?

Guide students to think about actions they can take, such as inviting others to join activities or listening to their peers.







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