Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will learn peer names and interests through an interactive icebreaker and partner interviews, setting the stage for a supportive classroom community.
Building rapport on day one helps students feel seen and valued, fostering inclusion and trust essential for future collaboration.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Setting the Stage
5 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker: Name Ball Toss
10 minutes
Step 3
Partner Interview with Worksheet
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Quiz
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Building Our Classroom Community
Icebreaker: Name Ball Toss
Partner Interview Activity
Reflection & Next Steps
Script
Worksheet
Quiz
Session 1 Reflection Quiz
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan
Students will collaborate in two engaging team-building challenges to enhance communication, cooperation, and problem-solving skills.
Hands-on team activities build on our rapport from Session 1, strengthening trust, active listening, and collective problem solving in a fun, supportive environment.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Norm Refresher
5 minutes
Step 2
Team Challenge 1: Human Knot
10 minutes
Step 3
Team Challenge 2: Marshmallow Tower
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection and Debrief
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Building Trust Through Teamwork
Challenge 1: Human Knot
Challenge 2: Marshmallow Tower
Reflection & Next Steps
Script
Activity
Worksheet
