Lesson Plan
My Values, My Superpowers!
Students will be able to identify and express at least two personal values and understand how these values guide their actions.
Understanding personal values helps young children develop self-awareness, make positive choices, and build a strong sense of self. It empowers them to be their authentic selves and interact positively with others.
Audience
Pre-Primary 1 & 2
Time
60 minutes
Approach
Interactive discussion, storytelling, creative activities, and simple reflection.
Materials
Smartboard or projector, My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck, Teacher Script: My Values, My Superpowers!, Markers or crayons, Paper or drawing notebooks, Value Cards Activity, My Value Shield Worksheet, Values Story Reading, Values Charades Game, and Cool Down: My Value Sticker
Prep
Teacher Preparation
15 minutes
- Review the My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck and Teacher Script: My Values, My Superpowers! to familiarize yourself with the content and flow.
- Print out or prepare digital copies of the Value Cards Activity (one set per small group or pair).
- Prepare copies of the My Value Shield Worksheet (one per student).
- Ensure you have markers, crayons, and extra paper available.
- Set up the projector/Smartboard for the My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck.
- Review all generated materials as needed.
Step 1
Warm-Up: What Makes You Special?
5 minutes
- Begin with the Warm Up: What Makes You Special?.
2. Ask students to think about one thing that makes them special and share it with a partner or the class. (Refer to Teacher Script: My Values, My Superpowers! for guiding questions and prompts.)
Step 2
Introduction to Values
10 minutes
- Introduce the concept of 'values' using the My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck (Slides 1-3) and the Teacher Script: My Values, My Superpowers!.
2. Explain that values are like invisible superpowers that help us make good choices and show who we are.
3. Share simple examples of values like kindness, honesty, or bravery.
Step 3
Values Story Time
10 minutes
- Read aloud the Values Story Reading.
2. After reading, use the discussion prompts in the Teacher Script: My Values, My Superpowers! to engage students about the values shown in the story.
Step 4
Value Cards Activity
15 minutes
- Divide students into small groups or pairs.
2. Distribute the Value Cards Activity to each group.
3. Instruct students to look at the cards and discuss which values they think are most important and why. (Use guidance from Teacher Script: My Values, My Superpowers! for facilitation).
Step 5
My Value Shield Worksheet
15 minutes
- Distribute the My Value Shield Worksheet.
2. Guide students to draw or write about two values that are important to them on their 'value shield'.
3. Encourage them to share their shields with a partner or the class. (Refer to Teacher Script: My Values, My Superpowers!).
Step 6
Values Charades Game
5 minutes
- Play the Values Charades Game as a fun way to reinforce understanding of different values.
2. Have students act out simple values (e.g., sharing, helping) for others to guess.
Step 7
Cool Down: My Value Sticker
5 minutes
- Conclude the lesson with the Cool Down: My Value Sticker.
2. Have each student choose a
Step 8
Values Charades
10 minutes
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into two or more teams.
2. Prepare a list of values (e.g., kindness, sharing, honesty, bravery, helpfulness, listening, caring, working together) written on separate slips of paper.
3. One student from a team picks a value slip without showing it to their team.
4. The student acts out the value using only gestures and facial expressions (no talking or sounds).
5. Their team tries to guess the value within a set time limit (e.g., 1 minute).
6. If the team guesses correctly, they get a point. If not, the other team can try to steal the point.
7. Continue rotating turns until all values have been acted out or time runs out.
Example Values to Use:
* Kindness: Hugging a friend, sharing a toy
* Sharing: Giving a piece of fruit to a friend
* Honesty: Shaking head
Step 9
Values For Life
10 minutes
What are values?
Values are things that are important to us. They are like our internal compass that guides us in our choices and actions.
## Why are values important?
Understanding our values helps us to make good decisions, treat others kindly, and feel proud of who we are.
## Examples of values:
* Kindness: Being nice to everyone, sharing with friends, helping others.
* Honesty: Telling the truth, even when it's hard.
* Bravery: Trying new things, speaking up when something is unfair.
* Respect: Listening to others, taking care of our things and the school.
* Helping: Offering a hand to someone who needs it, working together.
* Responsibility: Taking care of our toys, doing our chores, following rules.
## How do we show our values?
We show our values by the things we say, the things we do, and how we act towards others. For example, if kindness is a value, we might share our snacks or say nice things to our friends.
Step 10
Value Story Prompts
10 minutes
Discussion Prompts for 'The Little Bear Who Shared'
1. What was Little Bear's favorite snack? (Berries)
2. Who did Little Bear see that looked sad and hungry? (Squirrel)
3. What did Little Bear do to help Squirrel? (Shared his berries)
4. How do you think Squirrel felt after Little Bear shared? (Happy, grateful)
5. What value did Little Bear show when he shared his berries? (Sharing, Kindness, Helping)
6. Can you think of a time when you shared something with a friend? How did it make you feel?
7. What is another way you can show kindness to your friends at school?
8. Why do you think it's important to share and be kind?
Slide Deck
My Values, My Superpowers!
What makes you, YOU? Let's find your inner superpowers!
Welcome students and get them excited about discovering their 'superpowers.'
What Are Superpowers (Values)?
Superpowers are special things inside us.
They help us make good choices.
They show everyone who we are!
Introduce the idea that values are like invisible helpers. Keep it simple and relatable for young children.
Examples of Superpowers!
- Kindness: Being nice to friends.
- Honesty: Telling the truth.
- Bravery: Trying new things.
- Sharing: Giving to others.
Give very simple, concrete examples of values. Ask students if they can think of more.
Story Time: The Little Bear Who Shared
Listen closely to our story.
Who shows a superpower?
What superpower do they show?
Introduce the story. Emphasize listening for how characters show their 'superpowers.'
Let's Talk About the Story!
What superpowers did Little Bear show?
How did he show them?
How did his actions make others feel?
Facilitate the discussion using the prompts from the Teacher Script: My Values, My Superpowers!. Encourage all students to participate.
Superpower Cards Activity!
Look at the pictures on your cards.
What superpower does each picture show?
Which superpower is most important to you? Why?
Explain the Value Cards Activity. Demonstrate how to talk about the pictures.
My Value Shield
What are YOUR special superpowers?
Draw or write them on your shield.
Your shield shows what's important to you!
Introduce the 'Value Shield' concept. Explain that this is where they will draw their special values.
Superpower Charades!
Let's play a game!
Act out a superpower.
Can your friends guess it?
Explain the Charades game. Keep it fun and energetic.
Your Superpowers Shine!
You all have amazing superpowers inside!
They help you be kind, honest, and brave.
Let's pick one superpower for your sticker!
Wrap up the lesson by reinforcing the idea that everyone has special values. Explain the sticker activity.
Script
Teacher Script: My Values, My Superpowers!
## Warm-Up: What Makes You Special? (5 minutes)
Teacher: "Good morning, my wonderful young learners! Today, we are going on an exciting adventure to discover something super special about each of us!"
Teacher: "To start, I want everyone to close their eyes for a moment and think about one thing that makes you, YOU. Something that makes you special. Maybe you're a great artist, or you love to help your friends, or you have a super big smile!"
(Pause for a few moments.)
Teacher: "Now, open your eyes! Turn to a partner next to you and tell them one thing that makes you special. You have one minute to share!"
(Allow students to share. Circulate and listen, offering gentle prompts if needed.)
Teacher: "Fantastic sharing, everyone! It sounds like we have a classroom full of truly amazing and unique individuals!"
## Introduction to Values (10 minutes) - Refer to My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slides 1-3
Teacher: "Today, we're going to talk about something called 'values.' Has anyone ever heard that word before?"
(Allow for a few responses.)
Teacher: "Values are like invisible superpowers we carry inside us! They are the important things that help us make good choices and show everyone who we really are. Just like how superheroes have powers to help others, we have values that help us be the best versions of ourselves."
(Show My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 2: "What Are Superpowers (Values)?")
Teacher: "Look at this slide. It reminds us that our superpowers help us make good choices and show who we are. Let's think about some examples!"
(Show My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 3: "Examples of Superpowers!")
Teacher: "One superpower is Kindness. Who can tell me what kindness looks like?"
(Allow responses, e.g., sharing toys, saying nice words, helping a friend.)
Teacher: "Another superpower is Honesty. What does it mean to be honest?"
(Allow responses, e.g., telling the truth, even if it's hard.)
Teacher: "What about Bravery? When do we need to be brave?"
(Allow responses, e.g., trying something new, speaking up, going to the doctor.)
Teacher: "And Sharing! Why is sharing an important superpower?"
(Allow responses, e.g., everyone gets a turn, makes friends happy.)
Teacher: "These are just a few examples. We all have different superpowers, and they all make us special!"
## Values Story Time: The Little Bear Who Shared (10 minutes) - Refer to My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 4-5
Teacher: "Now, I'm going to read you a special story called Values Story Reading. While I read, I want you to listen carefully and think about what superpowers the characters show."
(Show My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 4: "Story Time: The Little Bear Who Shared")
(Read the Values Story Reading aloud with enthusiasm.)
Teacher: "What a wonderful story! Now, let's talk about it. Think about Little Bear. What superpowers did he show in our story?"
(Show My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 5: "Let's Talk About the Story!")
(Use prompts from Values Story Prompts to guide discussion.)
Teacher: "Yes! Little Bear showed sharing and kindness! He made a good choice by sharing his berries with Squirrel. How did sharing make Squirrel feel?"
(Allow responses.)
Teacher: "That's right, happy! When we use our superpowers, we don't just help ourselves; we make others feel good too!"
## Value Cards Activity (15 minutes) - Refer to My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 6
Teacher: "Now it's your turn to explore some superpowers! I'm going to give each group or pair some special Value Cards Activity. These cards have pictures that show different superpowers, or values."
(Distribute Value Cards Activity to groups.)
Teacher: "Work with your partners. Look at each picture and talk about what superpower it shows. Then, pick two superpowers that you think are most important for our classroom and tell your partner why!"
(Circulate and facilitate the discussion. Use prompts like: "What superpower do you see in this picture?" "Why is that superpower important?" "How does that superpower help us at school?")
Teacher: "Excellent discussions, everyone! It's great to hear all the different superpowers you think are important!"
## My Value Shield Worksheet (15 minutes) - Refer to My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 7
Teacher: "You know how superheroes have shields to show who they are? Well, you're all superheroes, and now you get to make your very own Value Shield!"
(Show My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 7: "My Value Shield")
Teacher: "I'm giving each of you a My Value Shield Worksheet. On your shield, I want you to draw or write about two superpowers (values) that are most important to you."
Teacher: "Think about what we talked about today. What superpowers do you use? What superpowers do you want to have more of?"
(Distribute My Value Shield Worksheet and provide crayons/markers. Circulate and assist students. Encourage them to explain their choices.)
Teacher: "When you're done, you can share your amazing Value Shield with a friend or even with the whole class!"
## Values Charades Game (5 minutes) - Refer to My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 8
Teacher: "Alright, superheroes! Let's play a game called Values Charades Game!"
(Show My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 8: "Superpower Charades!")
Teacher: "I'm going to whisper a superpower to one of you, and you're going to act it out without making any sounds! The rest of us will try to guess what superpower you're showing. Ready?"
(Play a few rounds of Values Charades Game. Start with simple values like 'sharing,' 'helping,' 'listening.')
## Cool Down: My Value Sticker (5 minutes) - Refer to My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 9
Teacher: "Wow, you are all incredible at showing your superpowers! Before we finish, let's think one more time about the special superpowers we talked about today."
(Show My Values, My Superpowers! Slide Deck Slide 9: "Your Superpowers Shine!")
Teacher: "I'm going to give you a special Cool Down: My Value Sticker. On this sticker, I want you to draw a picture or write the name of one superpower that feels most special to you right now. Maybe it's kindness, or bravery, or sharing!"
(Distribute stickers/small pieces of paper. Collect them as an exit ticket or have students wear them.)
Teacher: "Remember, you all have amazing superpowers inside you, and when you use them, you make our classroom and our world a better place! Great job today, superheroes!"
Warm Up
Warm Up: What Makes You Special?
Think about one thing that makes you special and unique! It could be:
* A talent you have (like drawing or singing)
* A quality you possess (like being kind or helpful)
* Something you love to do (like playing outside or reading books)
Now, turn to a friend or share with the class: What makes you special?
Reading
The Little Bear Who Shared
Once upon a time, in a cozy little forest, lived a cheerful bear cub named Barnaby. Barnaby loved to explore and, most of all, he loved juicy, red berries! One sunny morning, he found the biggest patch of berries he had ever seen.
"Yummy, yummy!" Barnaby hummed, munching on a berry. "These are the best berries ever!"
As he ate, he saw a tiny squirrel named Squeaky peeking from behind a tree. Squeaky looked very sad and his tummy rumbled. He hadn't found any berries all morning.
Barnaby saw Squeaky and thought, "I have so many berries, and Squeaky looks so hungry." He knew how good it felt to have a full tummy.
So, Barnaby picked a big handful of the ripest, reddest berries. He walked over to Squeaky with a big, friendly smile.
"Hello, Squeaky!" Barnaby said. "Would you like some of my delicious berries?"
Squeaky’s eyes widened. "Oh, Barnaby! Really?" he chirped happily.
"Of course!" Barnaby replied. "Sharing makes me happy, and I want you to be happy too."
Squeaky gratefully took the berries and munched them with Barnaby. They ate together, laughing and chattering.
Barnaby felt a warm, fuzzy feeling inside. He realized that sharing his berries made them taste even sweeter. And Squeaky was so thankful, he hugged Barnaby's paw.
From that day on, Barnaby always remembered how good it felt to share and be kind. He learned that having a lot of berries was nice, but sharing them with a friend was even better.
Discussion
Discussion Prompts for 'The Little Bear Who Shared'
1. What was Little Bear's favorite snack? (Berries)
2. Who did Little Bear see that looked sad and hungry? (Squirrel)
3. What did Little Bear do to help Squirrel? (Shared his berries)
4. How do you think Squirrel felt after Little Bear shared? (Happy, grateful)
5. What value did Little Bear show when he shared his berries? (Sharing, Kindness, Helping)
6. Can you think of a time when you shared something with a friend? How did it make you feel?
7. What is another way you can show kindness to your friends at school?
8. Why do you think it's important to share and be kind?
Activity
Value Cards Activity
Instructions:
- Work with your partner or small group.
- Look at each picture card carefully.
- Talk about what superpower, or value, you think the picture shows.
- Which two values do you think are most important for our classroom? Why?
Example Value Cards (Cut these out for students):
Card 1: Sharing Toys
What superpower does this show? (Sharing, Kindness)
Card 2: Helping a Friend
What superpower does this show? (Helping, Kindness)
Card 3: Telling the Truth
What superpower does this show? (Honesty)
Card 4: Being Brave
What superpower does this show? (Bravery)
Card 5: Listening Carefully
What superpower does this show? (Respect, Listening)
Card 6: Being Kind
What superpower does this show? (Kindness)
Card 7: Working Together
What superpower does this show? (Teamwork, Cooperation)
Card 8: Taking Turns
What superpower does this show? (Fairness, Patience)
Worksheet
My Value Shield
Every superhero has a shield that shows their special powers! You are a superhero, and you have special values inside you.
Think about the superpowers (values) we talked about today. Which two are most important to you? What superpowers do YOU use?
Draw or write about two of your most important superpowers (values) on your shield below!
My Superpower Shield!
(Encourage students to draw pictures, use words, or a combination to represent their chosen values.)
My first superpower is: __________________________
My second superpower is: __________________________
Game
Values Charades!
Objective: Students will act out and guess different values to reinforce understanding in a fun, active way.
Materials:
- Small slips of paper with different values written on them (see examples below)
- A hat or bag to put the slips in
Instructions:
- Divide the class into two or more teams, or play as a whole class with students taking turns.
- Explain that one student will pick a slip of paper with a value on it. They must act out that value without making any sounds or talking.
- Their team (or the rest of the class) will try to guess the value being acted out.
- Set a time limit for guessing (e.g., 30 seconds or 1 minute per turn).
- If the value is guessed correctly within the time limit, that team gets a point (if playing in teams).
- Rotate turns, giving different students a chance to act out a value.
Tips for the Teacher:
- Model a few examples first (e.g., act out "sharing" by pretending to give half of a snack to an invisible friend).
- Encourage clear, expressive movements and facial expressions.
- If students struggle, offer gentle hints or ask guiding questions (e.g., "Is this person being helpful?").
- Keep the atmosphere light and fun!
Example Values to Write on Slips:
- Kindness (e.g., hugging, giving a flower, saying nice words)
- Sharing (e.g., dividing food, letting someone use a toy)
- Helping (e.g., picking up dropped items, holding a door)
- Honesty (e.g., shaking head "no" to something bad, pointing to mouth then shaking head "yes" for truth)
- Bravery (e.g., pretending to be scared then trying something new, facing a challenge)
- Respect (e.g., listening carefully, shaking hands)
- Patience (e.g., waiting calmly)
- Cooperation (e.g., working together to build something)
- Listening (e.g., cupping hand to ear, nodding)
- Caring (e.g., comforting a friend who is sad)
Project Guide
My Family Values Project: My Family's Superpowers!
Dear Young Superheroes,
We've been learning about our own special superpowers, our values! Guess what? Your family has superpowers too!
This project is a special way to learn about the important things that make your family strong and happy.
What to Do:
-
Talk to Your Family!
- Ask your grown-ups: "What is something important to our family? What superpower helps our family be happy and strong?"
- Listen carefully to what they say. Maybe they talk about kindness, helping each other, being honest, or having fun together!
-
Draw Your Family's Superpower!
- On a piece of paper, draw a picture of your family showing one of their special superpowers (values).
- For example, if your family values
Rubric
My Family Values Project Rubric
Student Name: ________________________
This rubric helps us see how well you did on your
Cool Down
My Value Sticker
Think about the values we talked about today. Which one feels like your most special superpower right now?
Draw a picture or write the name of that value on your sticker!
(Teacher will provide blank stickers or small pieces of paper for students to draw on.)
Quiz
Values Quiz
Answer Key
Values Quiz Answer Key
1. What are values?
Correct Answer: Things that are important to us and help us make good choices.
Thought Process: The lesson defined values as the important things that guide our actions and choices. The other options are unrelated.
2. If you see a friend drop their crayons and you help them pick them up, what value are you showing?
Correct Answer: Helping.
Thought Process: Picking up dropped crayons for a friend is a direct act of helping. While it could also be kindness,
Test
Values Test
Answer Key
Values Test Answer Key
1. What does it mean to be 'kind'?
Correct Answer: To be nice and friendly to everyone.
Thought Process: Kindness was defined as being nice, friendly, and helpful. The other options are incorrect.
2. Draw a picture of you showing one of your superpowers (values). Label your superpower!
Correct Answer: Student's drawing and label related to a value, e.g., drawing self sharing a toy labeled 'Sharing'.
Thought Process: This is an open-response question assessing the student's ability to express understanding of a personal value visually and verbally. Look for a clear connection between the drawing and the labeled value.
3. If you find a lost pencil and give it back to its owner, what value are you showing?
Correct Answer: Honesty.
Thought Process: Giving back a lost item to its rightful owner is an act of honesty. The other options are irrelevant or incorrect.
4. Tell me about a time you were 'brave'.
Correct Answer: Open to student's personal experience of bravery, e.g., 'I was brave when I tried a new food' or 'I was brave when I spoke in front of the class'.
Thought Process: This question assesses the student's ability to connect the concept of bravery to their own experiences. Look for examples that demonstrate overcoming fear or trying something new.
5. Why are values important?
Correct Answer: They help us make good choices and be good people.
Thought Process: The lesson emphasized that values guide our decisions and actions, helping us be positive individuals. The other options are trivial and unrelated to the core purpose of values.