Lesson Plan
Our Community Lesson Plan
Students will define “community,” identify its key components, and reflect on their role within their own community through discussion and hands-on activities.
Understanding community fosters belonging, empathy, and civic responsibility. This lesson empowers 4th graders to recognize how they contribute to and benefit from their neighborhoods and schools.
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Prep
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10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Community
5 minutes
Step 2
Identifying Community Components
10 minutes
Step 3
Group Sharing and Discussion
5 minutes
Step 4
Personal Reflection
10 minutes

Slide Deck
Our Community, Our Home
What is a Community?
Neighborhood Scenes
Community Components
Fill the Graphic Organizer
Share with the Class
Reflect on Your Role
Our Communities, Our Responsibilities

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Worksheet


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