Lesson Plan
Hello, Friend! Lesson Plan
Students will learn classmates' names, share personal interests, and engage in peer conversations to build community and confidence in a fun 30-minute session.
This lesson helps 1st graders feel welcome, reduces first-day anxiety, and fosters social bonds that support collaboration and a positive learning environment.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Gather Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Name Toss
5 minutes
Step 2
Collaborative Class Interest Map
10 minutes
Step 3
Partner Interview
10 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down: Reflection Circle
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Hello, Friend!
Objectives
Warm-Up: Name Toss
Collaborative Class Interest Map
Partner Interview
Cool-Down: Reflection Circle
Exit Ticket
Warm Up
Activity
Worksheet
Cool Down
