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Impulse Control Challenge

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Lesson Plan

Impulse Control Challenge

Teach impulse control strategies

This lesson uses interactive games to teach 7th-grade students about impulse control. Through engaging activities, students will learn practical strategies for self-regulation, which are essential for their social and academic development. By understanding and practicing impulse control, students can improve their decision-making skills and enhance their ability to focus and succeed in various aspects of life.

Audience

7th Grade Students

Time

45 mins

Approach

Teach impulse control strategies

Materials

Impulse Control Game Instructions, Discussion Questions, and Impulse Control Worksheet

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what impulse control is and why it's important.
  • Ask students to share examples of situations where they had to control their impulses.

Step 2

Impulse Control Game 1

10 mins

  • Introduce the first game: 'Red Light, Green Light'.
  • Explain the rules: Students must move when 'green light' is called and stop when 'red light' is called.
  • Discuss how this game relates to impulse control.

Step 3

Impulse Control Game 2

10 mins

  • Introduce the second game: 'Simon Says'.
  • Explain the rules: Students must only follow commands that start with 'Simon says'.
  • Highlight the importance of listening and thinking before acting.

Step 4

Discussion

10 mins

  • Use the discussion questions to reflect on the games.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts on how they felt during the games and what strategies helped them control their impulses.

Step 5

Worksheet Activity

5 mins

  • Distribute the Impulse Control Worksheet.
  • Have students complete the worksheet individually, focusing on identifying personal strategies for impulse control.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

  • Recap the key points of the lesson.
  • Ask students to share one new strategy they learned for controlling impulses.
  • Encourage students to apply these strategies in their daily lives.
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Impulse Control Game Instructions

Instructions for the impulse control games used in the lesson.

Red Light, Green Light

  • Objective: Practice stopping and starting on command.
  • Rules: Move when 'green light' is called, stop when 'red light' is called.

Simon Says

  • Objective: Follow instructions carefully.
  • Rules: Only follow commands that start with 'Simon says'.

These games help students practice listening, patience, and self-control.

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Discussion

Discussion Questions

Questions to guide a discussion on impulse control after the games.

How did you feel during the games when you had to stop or wait?

Encourage students to reflect on their emotions and the challenge of waiting.







What strategies did you use to control your impulses during the games?

Guide students to think about specific actions or thoughts that helped them.







How can you apply these strategies in real-life situations?

Discuss practical applications of impulse control in school and at home.







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Worksheet

Impulse Control Worksheet

A worksheet to help students identify and reflect on impulse control strategies.

List three situations where you need to control your impulses.








What strategies can you use to control your impulses in these situations?








Reflect on a time you successfully controlled an impulse. What did you do?








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