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Impulse Control Fun

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Lesson Plan

Impulse Control Fun

Improve impulse control skills

This lesson engages Grade 2 students in a series of fun games designed to improve impulse control and decision-making skills. Through play, students will learn self-regulation techniques that are essential for their social and emotional development. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the importance of thinking before acting, which is a crucial skill for their academic and personal growth.

Audience

Grade 2 Students

Time

1 hour

Approach

Improve impulse control skills

Materials

Post-it notes, Markers, Impulse Control Game Rules, and Printable Cards for Games

Step 1

Introduction

10 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what impulse control means.
  • Ask students to share examples of when they had to control their impulses.
  • Explain the importance of impulse control in everyday life.

Step 2

Game 1: Simon Says

15 mins

  • Play a game of 'Simon Says' to practice listening and following instructions.
  • Emphasize the importance of waiting for the 'Simon Says' cue before acting.
  • Discuss how this game helps with impulse control.

Step 3

Game 2: Red Light, Green Light

15 mins

  • Organize a game of 'Red Light, Green Light' where students must stop and go based on the signals.
  • Highlight the need to control impulses to win the game.
  • Reflect on how stopping and thinking before acting is useful in real life.

Step 4

Game 3: Freeze Dance

10 mins

  • Play music and have students dance; when the music stops, they must freeze.
  • Discuss how controlling the urge to move helps with impulse control.
  • Encourage students to think about how they feel when they have to stop suddenly.

Step 5

Closure

10 mins

  • Gather students for a closing discussion.
  • Ask students to share what they learned about impulse control.
  • Encourage them to think of ways they can practice impulse control at home or in school.
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Discussion

Impulse Control Game Rules

A set of rules for the impulse control games to ensure students understand how to play each game effectively.

What are the rules for 'Simon Says'?

Ensure students understand the importance of listening for the 'Simon Says' cue.







How do you play 'Red Light, Green Light'?

Discuss the signals and the importance of stopping and going at the right time.







What should you do during 'Freeze Dance'?

Explain the need to freeze when the music stops and how it relates to impulse control.







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Worksheet

Printable Cards for Games

Cards to be used during the games to help guide students and reinforce the rules. These cards can be printed one-sided and used as visual aids during the lesson.




Simon Says: Listen carefully and only act when 'Simon Says'.







Red Light, Green Light: Stop on red, go on green.







Freeze Dance: Dance when the music plays, freeze when it stops.




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