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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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

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Gentle Touch

Grab

Which Is Gentle?

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Cool Down

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How Do We Use Gentle Hands?

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Amy Mueller

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