Lesson Plan
Love the Skin You're In Lesson Plan
Students will learn about body positivity and appreciate their unique physical attributes through engaging discussions and activities.
Fostering early self-esteem and confidence is crucial, and this lesson encourages students to see the beauty in their individuality and respect differences.
Audience
2nd Grade
Time
30 minutes
Approach
Interactive discussion and creative activities.
Materials
Love the Skin You're In Lesson Plan, Body Positivity Story Cards, and Activity Worksheets
Prep
Preparation
10 minutes
- Review the Love the Skin You're In Lesson Plan thoroughly.
- Prepare Body Positivity Story Cards with diverse images and positive messages.
- Print and organize Activity Worksheets for each student.
- Set up the classroom to facilitate group discussions and circle time.
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
- Greet the students and briefly explain the concept of body positivity.
- Ask simple questions like, 'What do you like about yourself?' to initiate engagement.
- Introduce the lesson's objectives and why caring about our bodies is important.
Step 2
Activity: Story Cards
10 minutes
- Distribute Body Positivity Story Cards to small groups.
- Ask each group to discuss and share positive qualities they see in the images.
- Encourage the sharing of personal positive traits in a supportive environment.
Step 3
Group Discussion and Reflection
10 minutes
- Bring the class together in a circle.
- Invite students to share what they learned from their group activities.
- Reinforce the importance of celebrating one’s uniqueness and being kind to oneself and others.
- Conclude with an affirmation: 'I love the skin I'm in.'
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Slide Deck
Love the Skin You're In
A lesson on body positivity for 2nd grade.
Welcome the students and introduce the lesson titled 'Love the Skin You're In'. This slide serves as a warm welcome and provides the title to grab attention.
What is Body Positivity?
Body positivity means loving and celebrating who we are. Each of us is special in our own way!
Explain the concept of body positivity in simple terms. Ask the students what makes them unique and celebrate those differences.
Activity: Story Cards
Discuss the pictures and messages on the cards with your group. What positive qualities do you see?
Introduce the activity with the Body Positivity Story Cards. Explain that students will work in small groups to explore positive messages and share what they see in the illustrated cards.
Group Discussion
Share what you learned from your group activity. Let's celebrate our differences together!
Gather the class in a circle and encourage sharing. Ask guiding questions like 'What did you learn from your story cards?' and emphasize the importance of respecting everyone's uniqueness.
I Love the Skin I'm In
Repeat this affirmation: 'I love the skin I'm in!'
Finish the lesson with a strong, positive affirmation. Encourage the children to repeat the affirmation together and remind them to practice self-love every day.
Activity
Activity: Body Positivity Story Cards
This activity involves students working in small groups with specially designed story cards. Each card features diverse images and positive messages that celebrate the unique qualities found in every individual. The cards serve as conversation starters and are key to encouraging discussions about body positivity among 2nd graders.
Activity Overview
- Purpose: To help students recognize and appreciate positive qualities in themselves and others.
- Setting: Small groups during a 30-minute classroom session.
- Materials Needed: Printed Body Positivity Story Cards (ensure the images reflect diversity and represent a range of positive messages).
Instructions for Teachers
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Preparation:
- Before the lesson, review the Love the Skin You're In Lesson Plan.
- Prepare a set of Body Positivity Story Cards that display diverse images along with affirming messages.
- Organize the classroom into small groups, ensuring that each group can comfortably view and discuss the cards.
- Before the lesson, review the Love the Skin You're In Lesson Plan.
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Activity Execution:
- Distribute a set of story cards to each small group.
- Ask the groups to spend a few minutes looking at each card and discussing the positive qualities and messages they see.
- Encourage students to share what they like about the images and the messages, fostering a supportive and respectful conversation.
- Distribute a set of story cards to each small group.
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Group Sharing:
- After the group discussions, bring the class together in a circle.
- Invite students to share one positive quality they noticed either in the images or in themselves.</br/>
- Use this opportunity to reinforce the idea that everyone is unique and valuable.
- After the group discussions, bring the class together in a circle.
Follow-Up Discussion Questions
- What did you enjoy the most about the images on the cards?
- How do you feel when you see positive messages about appreciating yourself?
- Can you name one quality that makes you special?
Reflection
To wrap up the activity, remind the students of the affirmation: "I love the skin I'm in." Encourage them to say this aloud together, reinforcing the practice of self-love and appreciation every day.
This activity is designed to engage young students in a fun and interactive way while promoting body positivity and self-confidence.
Worksheet
Body Positivity Activity Worksheet
Welcome! Today we'll explore what makes each of us special. This worksheet will help you think about and celebrate your unique qualities. Use the spaces provided to draw and write your answers.
1. My Unique Self
Draw a picture of yourself and add things that make you special. Think about your smile, your favorite outfit, or anything that shows what makes you unique.
2. What I Love About Me
List three things that you love about yourself. These can be things like your kindness, your creativity, or any quality that makes you happy.
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3. Sharing Positivity
Write or draw one positive message you can share with a friend to make them feel good about who they are. It can be a compliment, a kind word, or an encouraging thought.
4. Reflection Time
How do you feel when you remember all the wonderful things about yourself? Write a few sentences describing your feelings.
Keep this worksheet as a reminder that you are special just the way you are!