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Follow the Leader: Directions Matter

Lesson Plan

Follow the Leader: Directions Matter

Importance of Following Directions

This lesson focuses on teaching middle school students the importance of following teacher directions through engaging activities and discussions. By using experiential and game-based learning strategies, students will understand how following directions can lead to successful outcomes in both academic and social settings. This lesson is crucial for developing students' listening skills, responsibility, and ability to work collaboratively, which are essential for their overall growth and success.

Audience

Middle School Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning, Project-Based Learning, Game-Based Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning, Active Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Worksheet: Following Directions Scenarios, Discussion: Importance of Following Directions, Activity: Direction-Following Game, Video: Managing Feelings & Emotions For Elementary-Middle School, and Parent Handout: Supporting Following Directions at Home

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on why following directions is important in school and everyday life.
  • Introduce the lesson's objectives and activities.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

Step 3

Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the discussion questions to explore the importance of following directions.
  • Encourage students to share personal experiences where following directions led to positive outcomes.

Step 4

Activity: Direction-Following Game

10 mins

  • Organize a simple game where students must follow a series of directions to complete a task.
  • Example: Simon Says or a treasure hunt where students must follow clues.

Step 5

Worksheet Completion

5 mins

  • Distribute the "Following Directions Scenarios" worksheet.
  • Have students complete the worksheet individually, focusing on scenarios and reflection questions.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

  • Recap the lesson by highlighting key points discussed and learned.
  • Encourage students to apply these skills in their daily routines.
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Worksheet

Following Directions Scenarios

This worksheet includes scenarios where students need to follow directions, reflection questions on the importance of following directions, and a section for students to write their own examples.

Scenario 1: You are in a science lab, and the teacher gives specific instructions on how to conduct an experiment. What steps will you take to ensure you follow the directions correctly?

Think about listening carefully, taking notes, and asking questions if needed.







Scenario 2: During a group project, your teacher assigns roles and tasks. How will you make sure you and your group members follow the directions?

Consider communication, cooperation, and checking in with each other.







Why is it important to follow directions in school? Provide two reasons.

Think about safety, learning outcomes, and respect for the teacher.







Write about a time when following directions helped you achieve a goal. What was the outcome?

Reflect on a personal experience where following directions led to success.







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Supporting Following Directions at Home

This handout provides parents with an overview of the lesson on following directions and offers tips on how they can support their child's learning at home.

Overview

In this lesson, students learned about the importance of following directions through engaging activities and discussions. They explored how following directions can lead to successful outcomes in both academic and social settings.

Objectives

  • Understand the importance of following directions.
  • Develop listening skills and responsibility.
  • Enhance the ability to work collaboratively.

Activities

  • Video viewing on managing emotions.
  • Discussion on personal experiences.
  • Direction-following game.
  • Worksheet completion.

How Parents Can Help

  • Encourage Practice: Ask your child to explain the directions for a task they completed at school.
  • Model Behavior: Demonstrate following directions in everyday tasks at home.
  • Discuss Outcomes: Talk about times when following directions led to positive results.
  • Create Opportunities: Set up simple tasks at home where your child needs to follow directions, like cooking a recipe together.
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