Lesson Plan
Gentle Hands Outline
Teach the student to replace hitting or grabbing with gentle touches through modeling, guided practice, and reflection to build safe, positive interactions and self-regulation.
Reinforcing gentle touch skills reduces aggressive behaviors, promotes social safety, and supports emotional regulation in Pre-K learners.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Explain Gentle Hands
2 minutes
Step 2
Model Gentle vs. Grab
5 minutes
Step 3
Practice with Stuffed Animals
7 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Real-Life Scenarios
4 minutes
Step 5
Gentle Hands Pledge & Cool-Down
2 minutes

Slide Deck
Gentle Touch
Grab
Which Is Gentle?

Activity


Script


Cool Down

