Halloween Reflection and Fun

Audrey Eddins

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Halloween Reflection and Fun

Halloween-themed restorative activity

This lesson engages students in a Halloween-themed activity that combines restorative practices with game-based learning. Students will participate in discussions to reflect on their behavior and learn from their experiences, followed by a fun and educational worksheet that reinforces the lesson's themes. This approach helps students develop self-awareness and accountability while enjoying a seasonal activity. Additionally, students will explore the history of Halloween and engage in a group discussion on 'treats' and 'tricks' to understand positive and negative behaviors. A creative project allows students to express their understanding through art and presentation.

Audience

6-8 graders in ISS

Time

45 minutes

Approach

Restorative Practices, Game-Based Learning

Materials

Discussion Questions, Halloween Reflection Worksheet, Halloween History Reading, Optional Comic Strip Drawing Game, and Creative Project Materials

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

Briefly introduce the lesson's theme: Halloween and reflection.
Explain the importance of reflecting on behavior and learning from experiences.

Step 2

Halloween History

5 minutes

Provide a brief reading or presentation on the history of Halloween.
Discuss how Halloween traditions have evolved over time.

Step 3

Discussion

8 minutes

Facilitate a discussion using the provided questions.
Encourage students to share their thoughts and listen to others.
Guide the discussion towards understanding the impact of their actions.

Step 4

Group Activity: Treats and Tricks

8 minutes

Divide students into small groups.
Have each group brainstorm and categorize behaviors as 'treats' (positive) or 'tricks' (negative).
Discuss the potential rewards and consequences of each behavior.
Encourage groups to share their findings with the class.

Step 5

Creative Project

10 minutes

Instruct students to work in small groups to create a Halloween-themed poster or presentation.
Focus on illustrating the history of Halloween or depicting positive and negative behaviors.
Provide materials such as paper, markers, and other art supplies.
Allow students to present their projects to the class.

Step 6

Worksheet Activity

5 minutes

Distribute the Halloween Reflection Worksheet.
Instruct students to complete the worksheet individually.
Offer assistance and clarification as needed.

Step 7

Optional Activity: Comic Strip Drawing Game

10 minutes

Introduce the Halloween-themed comic strip drawing game.
Explain the rules: students will create comic strips that depict 'treat' (positive) and 'trick' (negative) behaviors.
Encourage storytelling and creativity in illustrating the scenarios.
Allow students to share their comic strips and discuss the stories depicted.

Step 8

Closure

2 minutes

Recap the key points discussed and learned during the lesson.
Encourage students to apply these reflections in their daily lives.

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Discussion

Halloween Reflection Discussion

A discussion to help students reflect on their behavior and learn from their experiences in a Halloween-themed context.

What does Halloween mean to you, and how can it relate to making better choices?

Encourage students to think about the themes of Halloween, such as transformation and change, and how these can apply to personal growth.

Can you think of a time when you made a choice you regret? What did you learn from it?

Guide students to share personal experiences and focus on the lessons learned rather than the mistake itself.

How can we use the idea of 'treats' and 'tricks' to think about positive and negative behaviors?

Discuss the concept of rewards and consequences, and how making positive choices can lead to positive outcomes.

Worksheet

Halloween Reflection Worksheet

A worksheet designed to help students reflect on their behavior and learn from their experiences in a fun, Halloween-themed format.

Describe a 'trick' (negative behavior) you did recently and how it affected others.

Think about a recent action that may have hurt or upset someone.

What 'treat' (positive behavior) can you do to make up for it?

Consider actions that can help mend relationships or improve the situation.

How can you apply what you've learned today to future situations?

Reflect on the discussion and think about how to make better choices moving forward.

Reading

Comic Strip Drawing Game Instructions

Instructions for a Halloween-themed comic strip drawing game where students illustrate 'treat' and 'trick' behaviors through storytelling.

Comic Strip Drawing Game Instructions

Objective:
Students will create comic strips that depict 'treat' (positive) and 'trick' (negative) behaviors, using storytelling to reflect on the impact of these actions.

Purpose:
This game encourages creativity, storytelling, and self-reflection, helping students visualize the consequences of their actions and understand the importance of making positive choices.

Materials Needed:

Comic strip templates or blank paper
Colored pencils, markers, or crayons

Game Setup:

Provide each student with drawing materials and a comic strip template.
Explain the objective and purpose of the game.

Game Rules:

Students choose a scenario or behavior to illustrate in a comic strip format.
Create a comic strip with panels showing a 'treat' (positive) behavior and a 'trick' (negative) behavior.
Encourage students to use dialogue and storytelling elements to convey the scenario.
Allow students to share their comic strips with the class and discuss the stories depicted.

Discussion Points:

What emotions are shown in the comic strips?
How do the 'treat' and 'trick' behaviors affect others?
What can we learn from visualizing these scenarios?
How can we apply these lessons to real-life situations?