Respectful Spaces

T'Airra Oliphant

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Respectful Spaces

Personal Space

This lesson introduces kindergarten students to the concept of personal space through a video and an interactive activity. Understanding personal space is crucial for young children as it helps them develop respect for others and fosters positive social interactions. This lesson will help students recognize the importance of giving others space and how to communicate effectively in social settings.

Audience

Kindergarten

Time

15 minutes

Approach

Trauma-Informed Teaching, Active Learning

Materials

Video: Story: A Little Respectful Spot, Open space for activity, and Printable personal space circles

Step 1

Introduction

2 mins

Briefly explain the concept of personal space to the students.
Ask students if they know what personal space means and why it might be important.

Step 2

Video Viewing

7 mins

Show the video Story: A Little Respectful Spot.
Encourage students to pay attention to how the characters respect each other's personal space.

Step 3

Interactive Activity

5 mins

Use the open space to demonstrate personal space circles.
Give each student a printable personal space circle to hold.
Have students practice standing in their own space and respecting others' spaces by not stepping into their circles.
Discuss how it feels to have their own space and to respect others' spaces.

Step 4

Closure

1 min

Recap the importance of personal space.
Ask students to share one thing they learned about respecting personal space.

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Worksheet

Personal Space Circles

These printable cards represent personal space circles for students to use during the activity. Each card helps students visualize and practice maintaining personal space.