Lesson Plan
Crew Connections
Students will build a welcoming classroom community by sharing personal interests through an icebreaker and completing an “All About Me” activity, then collaboratively create 4–5 clear classroom norms.
Establishing connections and shared expectations on day one fosters inclusivity, mutual respect, and a positive learning environment essential for academic and social-emotional growth.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Gather and Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Warm-Up
5 minutes
Step 2
Icebreaker: Mix & Mingle
10 minutes
Step 3
All About Me Activity
15 minutes
Step 4
Gallery Walk Sharing
7 minutes
Step 5
Co-Create Classroom Norms
8 minutes

Slide Deck
Crew Connections
Welcome & Warm-Up
Icebreaker: Mix & Mingle
All About Me Activity
All About Me Worksheet
Gallery Walk Sharing
Share with the Crew
Co-Create Classroom Norms
Our Classroom Norms
Great Job, Crew!

Worksheet


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