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Community Building through Restorative Justice

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Lesson Plan

Community Building through Restorative Justice

Build community and trust

This lesson introduces Grade 3 students to the principles of restorative justice through engaging activities that build a sense of community and trust. Students will learn how to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and support one another in a nurturing environment. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential social-emotional skills and fosters a positive classroom culture.

Audience

Grade 3 students

Time

30 mins

Approach

Build community and trust

Materials

Post-it notes, Markers, Discussion Questions, Reflection Worksheet, and Video: Respecting Each Other in School

Step 1

Introduction to Restorative Justice

5 mins

  • Briefly explain what restorative justice is in simple terms.
  • Discuss the importance of community and trust in the classroom.
  • Share an example of how restorative justice can help resolve conflicts.

Step 2

Video Introduction

14 mins

Step 3

Community Circle Activity

10 mins

  • Arrange students in a circle.
  • Explain the rules of the community circle (e.g., one person speaks at a time, listen respectfully).
  • Use discussion questions to guide the conversation about community and trust.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences.

Step 4

Reflection and Sharing

5 mins

  • Hand out the reflection worksheet.
  • Ask students to write or draw their thoughts on what they learned about community and trust.
  • Allow students to share their reflections with the class.
  • Summarize the key points discussed and reinforce the importance of restorative justice principles.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

Guided questions to facilitate a discussion on community and trust using restorative justice principles.

What does community mean to you?

Encourage students to think about their own experiences and what makes them feel part of a community.







How can we show trust and respect to our classmates?

Discuss specific actions and behaviors that demonstrate trust and respect.







Can you think of a time when you helped resolve a conflict?

Allow students to share personal stories and highlight the role of communication and understanding.







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Worksheet

Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet for students to reflect on what they learned about community and trust during the lesson.

Draw or write about a time when you felt part of a community.

Think about a group or activity where you felt included and supported. For example, playing on a sports team, working on a group project, or participating in a club.







What is one thing you can do to build trust with your classmates?

Consider actions like listening, helping, or being kind. For example, you could help a classmate with their homework, listen when someone is speaking, or share your toys.







How can we use restorative justice to solve problems in our classroom?

Think about ways to talk and listen to each other to resolve conflicts. For example, you could have a calm conversation with someone you had a disagreement with, or you could use 'I' statements to express how you feel.







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