Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan: Being Responsible in the Classroom
Students will learn what it means to be responsible in the classroom by identifying and practicing key responsible behaviors through reading, discussion, sorting activity, and a quick game.
Building classroom responsibility helps second graders develop self-regulation, follow routines, and create a positive learning environment for all students.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Intro & Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Read & Listen
3 minutes
Step 3
Guided Discussion
3 minutes
Step 4
Sorting Activity
4 minutes
Step 5
Bingo Game & Wrap-Up
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Being Responsible in the Classroom
What Does "Responsible" Mean?
Responsible or Not Responsible?
Examples of Responsible Behaviors
Why Responsibility Matters
Today’s Activities
Script
Reading
Discussion
Activity
Game
Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Session 2 Lesson Plan: Being Responsible in the Cafeteria
Students will learn how to be responsible in the cafeteria by following rules, using inside voices, cleaning up their area, and lining up properly through story reading, discussion, a sorting activity, and a quick role-play game.
Practicing responsibility in the cafeteria teaches students respect for peers and staff, promotes safety and cleanliness, and builds good lunchroom habits.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Intro & Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Read & Listen
3 minutes
Step 3
Guided Discussion
3 minutes
Step 4
Sorting Activity
4 minutes
Step 5
Role-Play Game & Wrap-Up
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Being Responsible in the Cafeteria
What Does “Responsible” Mean?
Responsible or Not Responsible?
Examples of Responsible Cafeteria Behaviors
Why Responsibility Matters in the Cafeteria
Today’s Activities
Script
Reading
Discussion
Activity
Game
Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Session 3 Lesson Plan: Being Responsible At Recess
Students will learn how to be responsible during recess by sharing equipment, playing safely, including others, and following playground rules through story reading, discussion, a sorting activity, and a cooperative game.
Practicing responsibility at recess promotes safety, fairness, and positive interactions with peers, reducing conflicts and ensuring everyone has fun and feels included.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Intro & Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Read & Listen
3 minutes
Step 3
Guided Discussion
3 minutes
Step 4
Sorting Activity
4 minutes
Step 5
Cooperative Game & Wrap-Up
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Being Responsible at Recess
What Does “Responsible” Mean?
Responsible or Not Responsible?
Examples of Responsible Recess Behaviors
Why Responsibility Matters at Recess
Today’s Activities
Script
Reading
Discussion
Activity
Game
Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Session 4 Lesson Plan: Being Responsible in Specials and Hallways
Students will learn how to be responsible during specials classes and in the hallways by following routines, respecting space, being prepared, and moving safely through the halls.
Consistent responsible behaviors in specials and hallways maintain order, prevent accidents, and teach respect for shared school spaces.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Intro & Warm-Up
2 minutes
Step 2
Read & Listen
3 minutes
Step 3
Guided Discussion
3 minutes
Step 4
Sorting Activity
4 minutes
Step 5
Hallway Simon Says Game & Wrap-Up
3 minutes
Slide Deck
Being Responsible in Specials & Hallways
What Does “Responsible” Mean?
Responsible or Not Responsible?
Examples of Responsible Behaviors
Why Responsibility Matters Here
Today’s Activities
Script
Reading
Discussion
Activity
Game
Worksheet
