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Resource Rally

Lesson Plan

Resource Rangers Lesson Plan

Students will learn to locate, evaluate, and summarize at least two community or online resources to support their parents, then plan how to share these effectively at home.

Empowering students to advocate for their families builds research skills, strengthens home–school connections, and ensures parents can access timely community supports.

Audience

7th Grade

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Hands-on research, evaluation, and planning in guided steps

Materials

Parent Resources Brainstorm Sheet, - Online Resource Evaluation Guide, - Resource Sharing Plan Template, - Devices with Internet Access, and - Whiteboard and Markers

Prep

Prepare Materials and Setup

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Greet students and explain the day’s goal: finding and sharing useful resources with parents.
  • Present the objective and why parental support matters.
  • Ask students: “What kinds of resources might parents need?”
  • Note responses on the whiteboard.

Step 2

Resource Brainstorm

7 minutes

  • Distribute the Parent Resources Brainstorm Sheet.
  • In pairs, students list at least five local or online resources parents might need (e.g., tutoring, healthcare, community centers).
  • Circulate and prompt deeper thinking about service links and contact info.

Step 3

Evaluate Resources

8 minutes

  • Introduce the Online Resource Evaluation Guide.
  • Model evaluating one resource together (check credibility, relevance, accessibility).
  • Students evaluate two resources from their brainstorm, marking strengths and concerns.
  • Share brief findings with a partner.

Step 4

Plan Sharing

7 minutes

  • Hand out the Resource Sharing Plan Template.
  • Students choose their top resource and outline:
    • Key info to share
    • How they’ll present it (email, conversation, printout)
    • Follow-up steps
  • Encourage clear, respectful communication strategies.

Step 5

Wrap-Up

3 minutes

  • Invite a few volunteers to share their sharing plans.
  • Highlight effective examples and offer feedback.
  • Remind students to follow through and report back next class.
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Slide Deck

Resource Rangers

7th Grade • Tier 1 Classroom Lesson

Become advocates for your families by finding and sharing key resources.

Welcome students! Introduce yourself and today’s lesson. Point out the slide and explain that over the next 30 minutes they’ll become Resource Rangers, finding, evaluating, and sharing helpful community and online resources with their parents.

Today’s Objectives

• Locate ≥ 2 community or online resources for parents
• Evaluate each resource for credibility and relevance
• Plan how to share the chosen resource effectively at home

Read the objectives aloud. Emphasize that by the end of class they will have located at least two resources, evaluated their usefulness, and drafted a clear sharing plan.

Why Parental Support Matters

• Builds stronger family and school partnerships
• Ensures parents access timely help
• Empowers you as a family advocate

Explain why parental support matters: stronger home–school connections, timely help for families, and practicing real‐world research skills.

Brainstorm: Parental Needs

What kinds of resources might parents need?

(Jot ideas on the board!)

Ask: “What kinds of resources might parents need?” List student ideas on the board—e.g., tutoring, health clinics, food banks, community centers, legal aid.

Resource Brainstorm

In pairs, use the Parent Resources Brainstorm Sheet to list ≥ 5 local or online resources.
Include: service name, contact info, website.

Explain the group work: distribute the Parent Resources Brainstorm Sheet. Students work in pairs to list at least five resources with key details.

Evaluate Your Resources

Use the Online Resource Evaluation Guide to assess each resource:
• Credibility • Relevance • Accessibility

Evaluate two resources and note strengths or concerns.

Show how to use the Online Resource Evaluation Guide. Model evaluating one example resource live. Then have students evaluate two of their brainstormed resources.

Plan Your Sharing

Use the Resource Sharing Plan Template to choose your top resource and outline:
• Key info to share
• How you’ll present it (email, conversation, printout)
• Follow-up steps

Hand out the Resource Sharing Plan Template. Walk through each section: key info, presentation method, follow-up. Circulate to support clarity and tone.

Wrap-Up & Next Steps

• Volunteers share their sharing plans
• Class feedback on effective examples
• Remember to follow through and report back next class

Invite a few volunteers to present their sharing plans. Highlight clear, respectful communication. Remind students to share at home and report back next class.

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Lesson Plan

Resource Rally Lesson Plan

Students will locate, evaluate, and synthesize at least two community or online resources into a clear, take-home guide that they can share with their parents.

This lesson empowers students to support family well-being by connecting parents to valuable community and online resources, builds real-world research and communication skills, and strengthens home–school collaboration.

Audience

7th Grade

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Hands-on research and collaborative planning

Materials

Prep

Prepare Materials and Setup

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Greet students and explain today’s goal: crafting a resource guide for parents.
  • Share the objective: locate, evaluate, and create a clear, take-home resource guide.
  • Ask: “Why might parents need our support finding community and online resources?”
  • Record responses on the board.

Step 2

Resource Brainstorm

7 minutes

  • Distribute the Parent Resources Brainstorm Sheet.
  • In pairs, list at least five local or online resources parents might use (e.g., tutoring, mental health services, food assistance).
  • For each resource, include name, contact info, and website.
  • Circulate to prompt students to consider diverse family needs.

Step 3

Evaluate Resources

8 minutes

  • Introduce the Online Resource Evaluation Guide.
  • Model evaluating one example resource, checking credibility, relevance, and accessibility.
  • Students select two resources from their brainstorm and evaluate them, noting strengths and any concerns.
  • In pairs, share one key insight from the evaluation.

Step 4

Create Resource Guide

7 minutes

  • Hand out the Resource Sharing Plan Template.
  • Students choose their top two resources and summarize for parents: purpose, how to access, and why it’s helpful.
  • Decide on the sharing format (e.g., summary sheet, email draft, conversation notes).
  • Include clear instructions and suggested next steps for parents.

Step 5

Wrap-Up & Reflection

3 minutes

  • Invite volunteers to present their guide summaries or sharing plans.
  • Provide positive feedback on clarity, completeness, and respectful tone.
  • Remind students to share their guides with parents and to be ready to report back on any parent feedback next class.
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Slide Deck

Resource Rally

7th Grade • Tier 1 Classroom Lesson

Empower families by curating and sharing a take-home resource guide.

Welcome students to today’s lesson. Introduce the session name “Resource Rally” and explain that over the next 30 minutes they’ll learn how to find, evaluate, and package resources to help their parents. Highlight that this takes place in a Tier 1 classroom setting.

Today’s Objectives

• Locate at least two community or online resources for parents
• Evaluate each resource for credibility, relevance, and accessibility
• Synthesize your top resources into a clear take-home guide

Read each objective aloud. Emphasize that by the end of class they will have located at least two useful resources, evaluated their quality, and synthesized them into a clear guide for parents.

Why Family Supports Matter

• Builds stronger home–school connections
• Ensures parents access timely academic, social, and emotional supports
• Empowers you as a family advocate

Explain why families sometimes struggle to find supports and why student advocacy matters: stronger family–school partnerships, timely help for parents, and real-world research skills.

Brainstorm: Family Needs

What supports might families need?

(Jot ideas on the board!)

Ask students: “What kinds of supports might families need?” Invite students to call out ideas (tutoring, counseling, food assistance, healthcare, community programs). Jot responses on the board.

Step 1: Resource Brainstorm

In pairs, use the Parent Resources Brainstorm Sheet to list at least 5 resources.
Include:
• Service name
• Contact information
• Website or address

Distribute the Parent Resources Brainstorm Sheet. Explain that in pairs they will list at least five local or online resources, including service name, contact info, and website.

Step 2: Evaluate Resources

Use the Online Resource Evaluation Guide to assess each resource for:
• Credibility • Relevance • Accessibility

Evaluate two resources and record your insights.

Introduce the Online Resource Evaluation Guide. Model evaluating one example together (check credibility, relevance, accessibility). Then have students evaluate two of their brainstormed resources, noting strengths and concerns.

Step 3: Create Resource Guide

With the Resource Sharing Plan Template, summarize your top two resources:
• Purpose and key details
• Access instructions
• Why it’s helpful
• Suggested next steps for parents

Hand out the Resource Sharing Plan Template. Guide students through summarizing their top two resources: purpose, how to access, why helpful. Also decide on format and next steps for parents.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

• Volunteers share their guide summaries
• Class feedback on clarity and completeness
• Next Steps: Share guides with parents and report back on any feedback

Invite a few volunteers to share their resource guide summaries. Provide positive feedback on clarity and completeness. Remind students to share their guides with their parents and to gather any feedback for the next class.

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Worksheet

Parent Resources Brainstorm Sheet

Use this table to list at least five local or online resources that parents might need. For each resource, include the name, type of service, contact information, website or address, and any additional notes.

Resource NameType of Service (e.g., tutoring, healthcare)Contact InfoWebsite / AddressNotes / Details











































































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Worksheet

Online Resource Evaluation Guide

Use this guide to assess each resource for credibility, relevance, and accessibility. For each question, write your observations and any evidence.

Credibility

  • Who is the author or organization behind this resource?





  • What evidence or references support the accuracy of the information?





  • When was the content published or last updated?





Relevance

  • Does this resource address the specific needs you identified for parents?





  • Is the information up-to-date and aligned with current guidelines or services?





  • Is the content clear and appropriate for your audience (parents)?





Accessibility

  • Is the resource free or low-cost for families to use?





  • Is the website or format easy to navigate on multiple devices?





  • Are there language, disability, or connectivity barriers that might limit access?





Overall Evaluation

  • Strengths (what makes this a good resource?):











  • Concerns or limitations (what could be a problem for families?):











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Worksheet

Resource Sharing Plan Template

Use this template to organize your top resource and plan how to share it with your parents effectively.

1. Resource Name




2. Brief Description of the Resource







3. Why This Resource Is Helpful for Parents







4. How to Access (Website, Phone, Address)







5. Sharing Method (Email, Conversation, Printout, etc.)







6. Communication Script or Email Draft

Write exactly what you will say or write when sharing this resource:











7. Follow-Up Questions and Next Steps

What will you ask your parents to ensure they found it useful?





When and how will you check back with them?





Tip: Be clear, respectful, and supportive. Remember to listen to any questions or concerns your parents may have when you share this information!

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