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Decision-Making Adventure

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Lesson Plan

Decision-Making Adventure

Make responsible and independent decisions

In this lesson, students will explore the concept of making responsible and independent decisions through a collaborative activity and a video. The lesson will help students understand the importance of considering consequences and making ethical choices. By engaging in discussions and role-playing scenarios, students will develop critical thinking and empathy skills, which are essential for personal and social development.

Audience

Grades 3-6

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Collaborative Learning

Materials

Video: Ethics For Kids: Right And Wrong, Discussion Questions, Role-Playing Scenarios, and Exit Ticket

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what it means to make a decision.
  • Ask students to share examples of decisions they make every day.
  • Introduce the concept of consequences and how they affect decision-making.

Step 2

Video Viewing

7 mins

Step 3

Collaborative Activity

10 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Provide each group with a role-playing scenario related to decision-making.
  • Ask groups to discuss the scenario and decide on the best course of action.
  • Have each group present their scenario and decision to the class.

Step 4

Discussion

5 mins

  • Facilitate a class discussion using the provided questions.
  • Encourage students to reflect on the video and their role-playing experiences.
  • Discuss the importance of considering consequences and making ethical choices.

Step 5

Closure and Exit Ticket

3 mins

  • Distribute the exit ticket to each student.
  • Ask students to complete the exit ticket, reflecting on what they learned about decision-making.
  • Collect the exit tickets for assessment.
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Discussion

Discussion Questions

A set of questions to guide a class discussion on decision-making and ethics.

What decision did Melfin have to make in the video?

Discuss the choices Melfin faced and the potential consequences of each choice.







Why is it important to think about consequences before making a decision?

Encourage students to consider how their actions affect themselves and others.







Can you think of a time when you had to make a difficult decision? What did you do?

Allow students to share personal experiences and reflect on their decision-making process.







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Quiz

Exit Ticket

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