Session 1 Warm-Up

Time: 5 minutes
Objective: Energize and engage the student with a superhero theme to prime them for learning how to use feedback as a superpower.
Materials: Whiteboard and marker (optional)

Steps:

1. Superhero Welcome: Greet the student enthusiastically:
   “Welcome, Feedback Superhero! Today we begin our training to make feedback your superpower.”
2. Flying in Place (10 seconds): Invite the student to pretend to fly in place—arms outstretched, feet light—while you both count aloud to 10.
3. Hero Qualities Brainstorm: Ask, “What makes someone a superhero?”
   • Chart responses on the whiteboard (e.g., courage, kindness, listening, helping others).
4. Focus on Listening: Highlight that listening is one of the greatest superhero powers—and today’s mission is to practice it when receiving feedback!

Session 1 Script

Time: 30 minutes
Audience: 3rd Grade Scholar with ADHD
Materials: Feedback Superhero Session 1 Slide Deck, Positive Feedback Response Chart, Superhero Feedback Response Cards, Emotion Thermometer Tool, Timer, Calm-Down Corner Guide

1. Warm-Up (5 minutes)

Teacher stands smiling by the calm-down corner.

Teacher: “Welcome, Feedback Superhero! I’ve been waiting for you to arrive. Today we’re going to learn how feedback can be your superpower.”

Teacher: “First, let’s get our bodies ready. Stand up, reach your arms out like wings, and let’s fly in place. Ready? 1…2…3… up we go!” (Count aloud to 10 while both pretend to fly.)

Teacher: “Great flying! Now, what makes someone a superhero?”
Prompt: “Tell me one quality.”
Student Response:

Teacher: “Those are awesome ideas! I see courage, kindness, and listening up on our board. Listening is definitely a superhero quality—and that’s exactly what we’ll practice today when we get feedback!”

2. Introduction to Feedback (7 minutes)

Teacher clicks to Slide 3 of the Feedback Superhero Session 1 Slide Deck.

Teacher: “Here’s our first mission: learn what ‘feedback’ means. What do you think feedback is?”
Student Response:

Teacher: “Feedback is helpful information to improve your skills. Think of it like a map that shows you how to get stronger. When heroes hear feedback, they:
• Listen respectfully
• Use it to get stronger

Sometimes people react by feeling upset, and that can make us feel stuck instead of strong.”

Teacher advances to Slide 4.

Teacher: “Let’s look at two examples. Read them with me.”

1. Teacher says: “Great drawing, but your lines are outside the box.”
   • Reaction A: “I hate this! I can’t do it.”
   • Reaction B: “Thanks! I’ll try keeping my lines inside next time.”
2. Teacher says: “Cool story—next time add more details.”
   • Reaction A: “You’re always finding faults!”
   • Reaction B: “Good idea—I’ll add more details to make it exciting!”

Teacher: “Which reaction sounds like a Feedback Superhero?”
Student picks A or B:

Teacher: “Yes! Reaction B shows listening and a growth mindset. Superheroes use feedback to power up!”

3. Interactive Practice (10 minutes)

Teacher places the Positive Feedback Response Chart on the table and shows Slide 5.

Teacher: “Now we’ll practice with our Superhero Feedback Response Cards. Each card has a feedback message. First, I’ll model.”

Teacher draws a card silently and reads: “Your handwriting is neat, but try to press the pencil more lightly.”

Teacher (modeling): “Thanks for telling me—I’ll try using a lighter touch next time.”
Teacher: “See how I used ‘Thanks’ and ‘I’ll try…’? That comes from our chart: Say thank you, State what you’ll do.”

Teacher: “Now it’s your turn. Pick a Superhero Feedback Response Card. When you read it, use the chart to help you reply.”

(Start timer for 2 minutes.)

Teacher (during practice):

• “Show me your chart—what step are you on?”
• “If you get stuck, remember: say ‘thank you’ first.”

(After timer dings, do two more rounds.)

4. Reflection & Self-Regulation (5 minutes)

Teacher brings out the Emotion Thermometer Tool.

Teacher: “Great practicing! Feedback Superheroes check in on how they feel. Point to how you feel right now on our Emotion Thermometer.”
Student points.

Teacher: “If you ever feel upset when you get feedback, superheroes use a calm-down strategy. Let’s practice together.”

• Teacher and student move to the calm-down corner per Calm-Down Corner Guide.
• Teacher: “Breathe in slowly for 3 seconds…1…2…3… now breathe out for 3 seconds.”
  (Repeat two more times.)

Teacher: “Do you notice your body feeling a little calmer? That helps us be ready to listen again.”

5. Cool-Down & Preview (3 minutes)

Teacher stands with student facing each other.

Teacher: “Time for our superhero power pose! Feet apart, hands on hips—look strong!” (Both hold pose for 3 seconds.)

Teacher: “You did an amazing job using your listening powers today. You practiced saying ‘thank you,’ sharing what you’ll try next, and checking in with your feelings.”

Teacher: “Next session, we’ll learn how to ask questions to understand feedback even better. Get ready to power up your curiosity!”

Teacher: “See you next time, Feedback Superhero!”

Superhero Feedback Role-Play

Time: 10 minutes
Objective: Provide repeated, structured practice for the student to respond positively to varied feedback messages, using their “Feedback Superhero” powers.
Materials:

• Superhero Feedback Response Cards
• Positive Feedback Response Chart
• Timer or stopwatch

Steps

1. Setup & Review (1 minute)
   • Place the Positive Feedback Response Chart where the student can easily see it.
   • Remind the student of the 3-step response: say “Thank you,” name what you’ll try next, and show confidence with a superhero pose.
2. Teacher Model (1 minute)
   • Draw a Superhero Feedback Response Card silently.
   • Read the feedback aloud (e.g., “Your spelling is neat, but try adding more vowels.”).
   • Model a superhero response:
     • “Thank you for helping me notice that—I’ll add more vowels so my words sound clear.”
   • Strike a quick power pose to reinforce confidence.
3. Student Practice Rounds (6 minutes)
   • Round Setup: Student draws one card and reads aloud the feedback message.
   • Response Window: Set timer for 1 minute. Student uses the chart to craft and deliver a positive response, then holds a power pose.
   • Coaching: As the student responds, prompt with:
     • “What’s your first word?” (to cue “Thank you”)
     • “What will you try next?”
   • Repeat: Complete three practice cards, one at a time.
4. Reflection & Reinforcement (2 minutes)
   • Ask the student to choose which of their three responses felt most like a superhero.
   • Prompt: “What made that response extra powerful?”
   • Reinforce strengths: praise clear “thank you,” specific next steps, and confident tone or pose.

Extensions or Variations

• Peer Practice: Invite a classmate or adult helper to read feedback cards while the student responds.
• Real-World Scenarios: Create custom cards with feedback drawn from the student’s recent work (e.g., math facts, handwriting) to increase relevance.

Feedback Power-Up Game

Time: 10–12 minutes
Objective: Practice responding positively to feedback in a fun, game-style format that reinforces the 3-step superhero response (say “Thank you,” state what you’ll try next, strike a power pose) while building confidence and self-regulation.

Materials

• Printable game board with 12 spaces (e.g., a winding path labeled Start → Feedback Station → Hero Finish)
• 1 token (superhero figurine or small marker)
• 1 die (or spinner numbered 1–6)
• Superhero Feedback Response Cards
• Positive Feedback Response Chart
• Timer or stopwatch
• Stickers or small tokens for “Power-Up” rewards

Setup

1. Place the game board flat on a table.
2. Shuffle the Superhero Feedback Response Cards and place them face down in the center.
3. Put the Positive Feedback Response Chart within easy view of the player.
4. Give the student the token and explain the Start and Hero Finish spaces.

How to Play

1. Roll & Move: Student rolls the die and moves their token forward that many spaces.
2. Feedback Station: If the token lands on a Feedback Station space (marked with a ⭐ star):
   • Draw the top card from the Superhero Feedback Response Cards.
   • Read the feedback message aloud.
   • Use the Positive Feedback Response Chart to respond:
     • Step 1: Say “Thank you.”
     • Step 2: State what you’ll try next.
     • Step 3: Hold a superhero power pose for 3 seconds.
   • Timer Challenge: Try to deliver your response within 30 seconds.
   • If the student gives a complete 3-step response, award a Power-Up sticker and roll again.
   • If they need help, coach them using prompts (“What’s your first word?”, “What will you try next?”), then continue to the next turn without an extra roll.
3. Safe Space: If the token lands on a Calm Corner space (marked with a 🧊 snowflake):
   • Student practices one deep breath (per Calm-Down Corner Guide) before the next turn.
4. Continue Playing: Student alternates rolling, moving, and responding until they reach the Hero Finish space.

Winning & Reflection

• Winning: The student “rescues the citizen” by arriving at Hero Finish.
• Power-Up Count: Count how many Power-Up stickers the student earned.
• Debrief Questions:
  • “Which feedback response felt most like a superhero? Why?”
  • “How did saying ‘Thank you’ first help you feel more confident?”
  • “What strategy would you use if feedback makes you feel upset next time?”

Extensions or Variations

• Peer Challenge: Invite a classmate or adult to take turns drawing cards and responding.
• Custom Feedback: Create cards with feedback based on the student’s current school work (e.g., math, writing) for added relevance.
• Time Trial: Track how many feedback cards the student can respond to correctly in 5 minutes and set personal best goals.

Have fun powering up your feedback skills like a true Feedback Superhero!

Session 1 Cool-Down

Time: 3 minutes
Objective: Celebrate successes, reinforce positive strategies, and preview the next session’s focus on asking clarifying questions.

Steps:

1. Superhero Power Pose (1 minute):
   • Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hands on hips.
   • Count down from 3 together, then shout “Powerrrr!” on 1.
   • Hold the pose for 3 seconds to feel strong and confident.
2. Positive Reinforcement (1 minute):
   • Teacher: “You did a fantastic job using your listening powers today!”
   • Highlight one specific strength: “I noticed you said ‘Thank you’ right away—that’s superhero-level listening.”
3. Preview Next Session (1 minute):
   • Teacher: “Next time, we’ll learn how to ask questions to understand feedback even better.”
   • Ask the student: “What’s one question you might ask when you get feedback?”
     Student Response:
     
     
     
     
     
     

Close:

• Teacher: “Great work today, Feedback Superhero! See you next time for more training.”

Clarifying Questions Role-Play

Time: 10 minutes
Objective: Provide structured practice for the student to ask respectful, superhero-style clarifying questions when feedback isn’t clear.
Materials:

• Clarifying Questions Cue Cards
• Clarifying Questions Chart
• Timer or stopwatch

Steps

1. Setup & Review (1 minute)

   • Place the Clarifying Questions Chart within view.
   • Remind the student of the 3-step question process: restate feedback, ask for details, then say thank you.

2. Teacher Model (1 minute)

   • Draw one Clarifying Questions Cue Card silently.
   • Read the feedback aloud (e.g., “Your drawing is neat, but add more color.”).
   • Model the question:
     “When you say ‘add more color,’ do you mean use brighter colors or color more of the picture? Thank you!”
   • Point to each step on the chart as you speak.

3. Student Practice Rounds (6 minutes)

   • Round Setup: Student draws a cue card and reads the feedback message aloud.
   • Question Window: Set timer for 2 minutes. Student uses the chart to craft and ask a clarifying question, then says “Thank you.”
   • Coaching Prompts:
     • “How will you restate the feedback?”
     • “Which question starter will you use?”
     • “Don’t forget to thank at the end.”
   • Repeat: Complete three separate cue-card rounds.

4. Reflection & Reinforcement (2 minutes)

   • Ask: “Which question felt most like a superhero? Why?”
     Student Response:
     
     
     
     
   • Praise clarity and politeness: “Great job restating the feedback clearly and using ‘Could you tell me…’ to get details.”

Extensions or Variations

• Peer Partner: Have a peer or adult read cue cards so the student can practice in a small group.
• Real-Work Feedback: Write feedback from the student’s recent assignments on blank cards to make practice highly relevant.

Session 2 Cool-Down

Time: 3 minutes
Objective: Celebrate successes in using superhero curiosity powers, reinforce clarifying question strategies, and preview next session’s focus on giving feedback like a superhero coach.

Steps:

1. Superhero Question-Pose (1 minute):

   • Stand tall with one hand shading your eyes as if looking ahead, and the other fist on your hip.
   • Hold the pose and say together: “I seek clarity!”

2. Positive Reinforcement (1 minute):

   • Teacher: “Fantastic job asking clear questions today!”
   • Highlight one strength: “I noticed you restated the feedback exactly before asking for details—that’s superhero-level listening AND clarity.”

3. Preview Next Session (1 minute):

   • Teacher: “Next time, you’ll learn to give feedback to others like a superhero coach.”
   • Ask the student: “What might you say when giving feedback to help someone improve?”
     Student Response:
     
     
     
     
     
     

Close:

• Teacher: “Great work today, Feedback Superhero! See you next session to power up your coaching skills.”