Impulse Control Olympics

Selena Brown Rios

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Olympic Event Planning

Students will be able to identify and practice impulse control strategies through engaging 'Olympic' challenges.

Developing impulse control is crucial for kindergarteners as it helps them regulate their emotions, focus in the classroom, build positive social relationships, and achieve personal goals.

Audience

Kindergarten Class

Time

40 minutes

Approach

Interactive 'Olympic' themed activities.

Materials

Gold Medal Moments, Statue Challenge Game, Waiting in Line Relay Activity, Construction paper 'medals', Crayons or markers, and Optional: Small cones or markers for relay race

Prep

Teacher Preparation

15 minutes

Review the Gold Medal Moments and practice the instructions for the Statue Challenge Game and Waiting in Line Relay Activity.
- Prepare 'medals' from construction paper for students to earn for demonstrating impulse control. These can be simple circles or star shapes.
- Gather crayons or markers for students to decorate their medals.
- Set up any necessary space for the activities.

Step 1

Warm-Up: What is Impulse Control?

5 minutes

Begin by asking students what 'impulse control' means to them. Use simple language and examples (e.g., waiting for your turn, not grabbing a toy).
- Introduce the idea of being an 'Impulse Control Olympian' and earning 'medals' for trying their best.

Step 2

Gold Medal Moments Introduction

5 minutes

Present the Gold Medal Moments to introduce the concept of the 'Olympics' and the challenges they will face. Discuss what it means to show good sportsmanship and self-control.

Step 3

Statue Challenge Game

10 minutes

Lead students through the Statue Challenge Game. Explain the rules clearly and demonstrate.
- Emphasize stillness and quietness as forms of impulse control. Award 'medals' (or points towards a medal) for excellent participation.

Step 4

Waiting in Line Relay Activity

10 minutes

Transition to the Waiting in Line Relay Activity. Explain how this activity helps practice patience and following directions.
- Facilitate the relay, providing positive reinforcement for students who demonstrate impulse control. Award 'medals' to those who show great waiting skills.

Step 5

Medal Ceremony & Reflection

10 minutes

Gather students for a 'medal ceremony.' Hand out the construction paper 'medals' to all participants, acknowledging their effort in practicing impulse control.
- Encourage students to decorate their medals.
- Discuss what they learned about impulse control and how they can use these skills in other parts of their day. Ask questions like: 'When might you need to use your amazing waiting skills?' or 'What did it feel like to wait patiently?'

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Slide Deck

Welcome, Olympians!

Get ready for the Impulse Control Olympics!

We're going to be super athletes today, practicing how to be patient and control our bodies and voices.

Welcome students and introduce the exciting theme of the 'Impulse Control Olympics.' Explain that today they will be like athletes, but instead of running fast, they'll be practicing being patient and calm.

What is Impulse Control?

Thinking before you act!
Waiting for your turn!
Being patient!
Keeping your body calm!

It's like being a super good sport!

Explain what impulse control means in simple terms. Give examples like waiting for a turn, not shouting out, or keeping hands to yourself. Connect it to being a 'good sport.'

Earn Your Medals!

For every challenge, we'll practice our impulse control.

When you try your best, you'll earn a GOLD MEDAL!

Who wants to be an Impulse Control Champion?

Introduce the idea of earning 'medals.' Show a visual of a medal if possible. Emphasize that everyone can earn a medal for trying their best and showing effort.

Challenge 1: Statue Fun!

Can you be a super still STATUE?

We'll play a game where you have to FREEZE!

No wiggles, no giggles!

Briefly introduce the first game, the 'Statue Challenge.' Explain that they will freeze like statues and practice staying still and quiet. Tell them it's harder than it looks!

Challenge 2: Waiting Line Relay!

Time to practice our patience!

We'll play a relay race, but the most important part is waiting quietly for your turn.

Ready to be super patient?

Introduce the second challenge, the 'Waiting in Line Relay.' Explain that they will practice waiting patiently for their turn. Highlight that patience is a very important skill.

You Are All Champions!

Great job, Impulse Control Olympians!

Remember, practicing impulse control helps us:

Learn better!
Be good friends!
Feel calm and happy!

Give yourselves a pat on the back!

Conclude by reminding them that practicing impulse control helps them in school and with friends. Reinforce that they are all champions for trying.