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Discovering Our Superpowers

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Jamilah Murrell

Tier 1
For Schools

Lesson Plan

Discovering Our Superpowers

Identify and celebrate unique traits

In this lesson, 1st grade students will explore their unique positive traits by identifying and celebrating their 'superpowers.' Through storytelling and creative activities, they will learn to recognize and appreciate their individual strengths. This lesson is important as it fosters self-awareness and self-esteem, encouraging students to value their individuality and the unique contributions they can make to their community.

Audience

1st Grade Students

Time

30 mins

Approach

Identify and celebrate unique traits

Materials

Storybook about superpowers, Crayons, Paper, and Printable Superpower Cards

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin by asking students if they know what a 'superpower' is.
  • Explain that everyone has special traits or abilities that make them unique, just like superheroes.
  • Introduce the concept of 'superpowers' as positive traits or strengths.

Step 2

Storytime

10 mins

  • Read a storybook about a character discovering their superpowers (positive traits).
  • Pause to ask questions about the character's traits and how they help others.

Step 3

Creative Activity

10 mins

  • Provide each student with paper and crayons.
  • Ask them to draw themselves as a superhero, highlighting their own 'superpowers' (e.g., kindness, creativity).
  • Encourage them to think about what makes them special.

Step 4

Sharing and Discussion

5 mins

  • Invite students to share their drawings with the class.
  • Discuss how everyone's superpowers are different and valuable.
  • Use the Printable Superpower Cards to reinforce the idea of unique strengths.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

  • Recap the lesson by emphasizing the importance of recognizing and celebrating our unique traits.
  • Encourage students to think about how they can use their superpowers to help others.
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Worksheet

Printable Superpower Cards

These cards are designed for students to write or draw their unique superpowers, reinforcing the lesson's theme of celebrating individual strengths.




Kindness







Creativity







Bravery







Empathy







Curiosity







Patience







Teamwork







Leadership




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