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Playing Nicely Together

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Lesson Plan

Playing Nicely Together

Playing Nicely

In this lesson, students will learn about the importance of playing nicely with others. Using a short video, discussion, and a collaborative activity, students will understand and practice the key elements of playing nicely, such as sharing, taking turns, and being kind. This lesson is crucial in helping young students develop social skills and build a respectful and supportive classroom environment.

Audience

1st Grade

Time

15 minutes

Approach

Restorative Practices, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Video: 'Short Film: Crossing the Bridge', Discussion Questions, and Printable Cards for Collaborative Activity

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

  • Greet the students and gather them in a circle.
  • Introduce the topic of playing nicely and explain why it's important in both the classroom and playground.
  • Tell the students that they will watch a short video about resolving conflicts and playing nicely.

Step 2

Watch Video

3 mins

  • Play the video 'Short Film: Crossing the Bridge' (2 mins 46 secs).
  • After the video, ask the students to think about what they saw and how the characters dealt with conflicts and played nicely.

Step 3

Discussion

5 mins

  • Use the discussion questions provided to guide a conversation about the video.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences related to playing nicely.
  • Reinforce the key points from the video, such as resolving conflicts peacefully, being polite, and sharing.

Step 4

Collaborative Activity

4 mins

  • Explain the collaborative activity where students will practice playing nicely through role-playing scenarios.
  • Hand out the printable cards with different scenarios of playing nicely.
  • Pair up students and let each pair act out their scenario.
  • After each pair performs, briefly discuss with the class what they did well and what they learned.

Step 5

Closure

1 min

  • Recap the key points of the lesson.
  • Remind students to practice playing nicely during recess and at home.
  • Praise the students for their participation and remind them that playing nicely makes everyone happy.
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Discussion

Discussion on Playing Nicely

A brief discussion to engage students in thinking about the key concepts of playing nicely, prompted by the video they watched.

What did you see in the video about solving conflicts and playing nicely?

Encourage students to recall specific scenes from the video where characters solved conflicts or played nicely.







Why is it important to resolve conflicts peacefully?

Guide students to understand that resolving conflicts peacefully helps everyone feel better and keeps the environment friendly.







How do you feel when someone is nice to you while playing?

Encourage students to share their feelings and connect them to the importance of kindness.







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Worksheet

Playing Nicely Role-Play Cards

Cards with scenarios for students to act out, helping them practice playing nicely in different situations.




You want to join a game that your friends are already playing. How do you ask to join?







Your friend wants to play with the toy you have. What do you do?







Two friends want to play on the swings, but there is only one swing. How do you solve this problem?







You see someone playing alone. How do you ask them to play with you and your friends?




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