Role-Play Prompts Script

Teacher Script (for Scenario Analysis & Role-Play Stations):

“Okay, everyone! Now that we’ve talked about our Do’s and Don’ts, we’re going to practice with real-life scenarios. I’m handing each group one scenario card. First, read your scenario out loud together. Then discuss these questions:

1. What’s a respectful way to introduce yourself or respond?
2. Which classroom expectation applies here?
3. What are two Do’s and one Don’t you see in this situation?

After your discussion, we’ll move to the Speed-Intro Stations to role-play. Remember to use eye contact, a polite voice, and follow our Do’s & Don’ts! Let’s get started!”

Scenario Cards

Scenario 1: New Table Partner

Prompt:
“Your teacher asks you to sit next to a classmate you don’t know yet. It’s your first time meeting, and you have a coloring activity to share. Practice greeting your new table partner and introduce yourselves.”

Discussion Prompts:

• How will you greet them?
• What question will you ask to learn their name?
• Which classroom expectation helps you share materials politely?

Scenario 2: Solo at Recess

Prompt:
“At recess, you notice someone standing alone by the swings. They look new and hesitant. Practice going over, introducing yourself, and inviting them to play.”

Discussion Prompts:

• What friendly words will you use to start?
• How will you show you’re listening to their answer?
• Which Don’t from our spotlight could make someone feel left out?

Scenario 3: Group Project Pairing

Prompt:
“You and a student named Alex have been paired for a group project. You haven’t met before. Practice a polite introduction and ask about Alex’s ideas.”

Discussion Prompts:

• What’s your first sentence to introduce yourself?
• Which Do will help you share talking time?
• How will you ask Alex to share their idea?

Scenario 4: Late Arrival Greeting

Prompt:
“You walk into class a few minutes late. Your classmates are already chatting about their summer. Practice greeting them, apologizing politely, and joining the conversation respectfully.”

Discussion Prompts:

• How will you say hello and apologize?
• What is a polite tone to use when you join in?
• Which Don’t shows what to avoid when you arrive late?

Speed-Intro Stations Activity

Overview: Students rotate through four stations to role-play different first-day scenarios from the Role-Play Prompts. Each station gives quick, focused practice on respectful greetings, introductions, and classroom expectations with peer feedback.

Materials (at each station):

• Scenario card from Role-Play Prompts
• Observer Feedback Prompt Sheet (paper or whiteboard)
• Timer or stopwatch

Group Setup:

• Groups of 3–4 students
• Assign each group a starting station (1–4)

Roles (per group):

• 2 Actors: take turns playing Introducer & Responder
• 1 Observer: watches, signals, and gives feedback
• (4th student, if present, can cycle in as extra Observer or rest)

Timing & Rotation:

• 1 minute: Actors perform scenario
• 30 seconds: Observer gives thumbs-up/thumbs-down and shares one Do & one Don’t
• 30 seconds: Actors rotate roles
• After 2 minutes total, groups rotate clockwise to next station
• Continue until each group has visited all four stations

Procedure Steps

1. Station Setup:
   • At each station, place one scenario card and an Observer Feedback sheet.
   • Remind students to use eye contact, a polite voice, and follow our Do’s & Don’ts.
2. Role-Play Round (1 min):
   • Actors A & B read their scenario aloud.
   • They role-play the introduction or greeting, practicing respectful behavior.
3. Observer Feedback (30 sec):
   • Observer uses thumbs-up/thumbs-down to signal respectful vs. disrespectful moments.
   • Observer verbally names one strong “Do” they saw and one “Don’t” to improve.
4. Role Rotation (30 sec):
   • Actors switch roles (Introducer ↔ Responder).
5. Station Rotation (after 2 min):
   • Groups move to the next station clockwise, pick up that scenario card, and repeat Steps 2–4.
6. Final Reflection (Whole Class):
   • Once all rotations are complete, gather as a class.
   • Ask volunteers: “What one ‘Do’ did you practice best? What one ‘Don’t’ will you avoid next time?”
   • Reinforce how these skills help us build a positive classroom community on Day 1 and beyond.