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Building Self-Esteem and Social Connections

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Lesson Plan

Building Self-Esteem and Social Connections

Boost self-esteem and social connections

This lesson plan is designed to help 2nd graders build self-esteem and foster social connections through a series of engaging activities. Over six sessions, students will participate in collaborative, experiential, and game-based learning activities that encourage self-acceptance, empathy, and teamwork. This lesson is important as it helps young students develop a positive self-image and build meaningful relationships with their peers, which are crucial for their emotional and social development.

Audience

2nd graders at lunch group

Time

6 sessions, each 20 minutes

Approach

Collaborative Learning, Experiential Learning, Game-Based Learning

Materials

Video: Wellbeing For Children: Confidence And Self-Esteem, Reading: Be You by Peter H. Reynolds, Printable Cards: Self-Esteem Boosters, Worksheet: My Unique Qualities, and Discussion: Building Friendships

Step 1

Introduction to Self-Esteem

5 mins

Step 2

Activity: Self-Esteem Boosters

10 mins

  • Distribute the "Self-Esteem Boosters" printable cards.
  • Have students pick a card and share how they can apply it in their lives.
  • Encourage students to discuss in pairs how these boosters can help them feel better about themselves.

Step 3

Reading: Be You

5 mins

  • Read aloud from "Be You" by Peter H. Reynolds.
  • Discuss the key message of embracing uniqueness and being true to oneself.

Step 4

Activity: My Unique Qualities

10 mins

  • Hand out the "My Unique Qualities" worksheet.
  • Ask students to list qualities that make them unique and special.
  • Encourage sharing in small groups to foster connections.

Step 5

Discussion: Building Friendships

10 mins

  • Facilitate a discussion using the "Building Friendships" questions.
  • Guide students to think about how they can be good friends and support each other.

Step 6

Closure and Reflection

5 mins

  • Recap the activities and key learnings from the session.
  • Encourage students to reflect on how they felt during the activities and what they learned about themselves and others.
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Worksheet

Self-Esteem Boosters Cards

These cards contain positive affirmations and actions that students can use to boost their self-esteem. They are designed for one-sided printing.




I am unique and special.







I can try new things.







I am a good friend.







I am proud of who I am.







I can learn from my mistakes.







I am kind and caring.




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Worksheet

My Unique Qualities

This worksheet helps students identify and celebrate their unique qualities. It encourages self-reflection and sharing with peers.

List three qualities that make you unique.








Describe a time when you felt proud of yourself.








What is something new you would like to try?








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Discussion

Building Friendships

This discussion focuses on how students can build and maintain friendships. It encourages them to think about the qualities of a good friend and how they can support each other.

What makes someone a good friend?

Encourage students to think about qualities like kindness, listening, and support.







How can you show someone you care about them?

Discuss actions like helping, sharing, and spending time together.







What can you do if you see someone feeling left out?

Guide students to think about inclusion and inviting others to join in activities.







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