lenny

Independence Builders: One-on-One

Lesson Plan

Independence Builders: One-on-One

Build independence with proactive strategies

This lesson is designed for a one-on-one setting to help a 1st-grade student with social-emotional challenges develop independence by creating proactive strategies to manage their emotions. Through personalized discussion, interactive activities, and reflection, the student will learn how to ask for breaks and use other strategies to minimize dysregulation. This lesson is important as it empowers the student to take control of their emotional responses, fostering a more inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Audience

1st Grade Student with Social-Emotional Needs

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Blended Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Discussion Prompts, Activity Materials, Reflection Sheet, Break Card Example, Emotion Cards, Visual Guide for Break Cards, and Sensory Break Materials

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a personal introduction about the importance of managing emotions in the classroom.
  • Explain that today we will learn how to ask for breaks and use other strategies to help us stay calm and focused.

Step 2

Personalized Discussion

10 mins

  • Use the provided discussion prompts and emotion cards to engage the student in a conversation about emotions and strategies to manage them.
  • Encourage the student to share their thoughts and experiences in a supportive environment.

Step 3

Individual Activity with Sensory Break

10 mins

  • Introduce a game where the student practices asking for a break using a break card and the visual guide.
  • Include a sensory break where the student can engage in a calming activity, such as using a stress ball or listening to soft music.
  • Use role-playing scenarios where the student can act out different situations and practice using their strategies.
  • Provide positive reinforcement and guidance throughout the activity.

Step 4

Reflection

5 mins

  • Use the reflection sheet for the student to express what they learned about managing emotions.
  • Review the key strategies discussed and practiced during the lesson.
  • Encourage the student to use these strategies in their daily classroom activities.
lenny
0 educators
use Lenny to create lessons.

No credit card needed

Discussion

Discussion Prompts

Engage the student in a conversation about emotions and strategies to manage them.

What are some feelings you have when you are upset?

Encourage the student to identify and name different emotions they experience.







What can you do if you feel like you need a break?

Guide the student to think about asking for a break or using a break card.







How can we help ourselves stay calm in the classroom?

Discuss strategies like deep breathing, counting to ten, or using a quiet corner.







lenny
lenny

Quiz

Reflection Sheet

lenny

Worksheet

Break Card Example

A printable card for the student to use when they need a break.




I need a break, please!







Can I take a break?







Break time!




lenny
lenny

Worksheet

Emotion Cards

Printable cards depicting various emotions to help the student identify and express their feelings.




Happy







Sad







Angry







Confused







Excited




lenny
lenny

Worksheet

Visual Guide for Break Cards

A visual guide to help the student understand when and how to use break cards.




Step 1: Recognize the feeling







Step 2: Choose a break card







Step 3: Show the card to the teacher




lenny
lenny
Independence Builders: One-on-One • Lenny Learning