Safety Superhero Script

Session 1: Welcome and Introduction

Teacher: "Good morning! Today, we are going to start a very special adventure. You are going to be a Safety Superhero! Do you know what a superhero does? That's right – they help others and keep everyone safe!"

(Smile and wait for a response.)

Slide Deck: Welcome

Teacher: "Let's look at our first slide."

(Switch to Slide 1: 'Welcome, Safety Superhero!')

Teacher: "Today, we begin our adventure in learning how to keep our friends safe at school."

Slide Deck: Safe Behaviors vs. Unsafe Behaviors

(Switch to Slide 2: 'Safe Behaviors vs. Unsafe Behaviors')

Teacher: "As a Safety Superhero, remember to use gentle touches like high fives or soft shoulder taps instead of actions like finger guns. Also, keep your body private and always respect everyone’s personal space. And remember, we avoid actions like pulling down pants, shouting mean words, or hitting others."

(Pause and check for student understanding; demonstrate examples if needed.)

Slide Deck: Learning Through Video

(Switch to Slide 3: 'Learning Through Video' and play the video Respecting Each Other in School).

Teacher (after pausing at key moments): "What safe behaviors did you notice in the video?"

(Wait for student responses and offer positive reinforcement.)

Slide Deck: Sorting Safety Scenarios

(Switch to Slide 4: 'Sorting Safety Scenarios')

Teacher: "Now, we're going to sort some pictures into two groups: Safe Behaviors and Unsafe Behaviors. Look at these pictures and tell me which ones show safe actions and which ones show unsafe actions."

(Assist the student with sorting printed images into the appropriate groups, ensuring you highlight the positive alternatives for negative behaviors.)

Slide Deck: Safety Superhero Quiz

(Switch to Slide 5: 'Safety Superhero Quiz')

Teacher: "Next, we have a quiz to check our safe behavior skills. Let's answer some questions together."

(Administer the multiple-choice quiz questions and give immediate positive feedback for correct answers.)

Slide Deck: Safety Superhero Social Story

(Switch to Slide 6: 'Safety Superhero Social Story')

Teacher: "Now, let's read a story. This story is about Marco Enzo, a Safety Superhero, who uses gentle touches, respects personal space, and always uses kind words to help keep his school safe."

(Read the social story about Marco Enzo aloud, or encourage the student to read along with you if appropriate.)

Reflection

(Switch to Slide 7: 'Reflection')

Teacher: "Before we finish, can you tell me one thing you learned today about being a Safety Superhero?"

(Allow the student time to respond and validate their answers.)

Teacher: "That’s wonderful! Remember, every day you can be a Safety Superhero by making safe choices. Thank you for an amazing session today. See you next time for another adventure in keeping our school safe!"

Notes for the Aide:

• Assist the student with sorting and quiz activities as needed.
• Encourage and praise the student consistently to reinforce their learning.
• Use visual cues from the slide deck to help clarify and reinforce key points.

Sorting Safety Scenarios

This activity is a sorting task where the student will categorize printed images of behaviors into 'Safe' and 'Unsafe' piles. The goal is to help the student recognize and differentiate between behaviors that are safe and respectful, and those that are not.

Objectives

• Identify safe and unsafe behaviors.
• Understand why certain actions help keep everyone safe and respected.
• Practice categorization skills with visual aids.

Materials Needed

• Printed Images: Use the printable images provided below (print in color on standard paper).
• Two labeled sorting mats or boxes: one labeled "Safe Behaviors" and the other labeled "Unsafe Behaviors".
• Scissors (if you need to cut out images).

Printable Images

Safe Behavior Images

1. Gentle High Five: An image of two children giving a gentle high five with smiling faces.

   Download Gentle High Five Image

2. Soft Shoulder Tap: An image of a child gently tapping a friend's shoulder as a greeting.

   Download Soft Shoulder Tap Image

3. Respecting Personal Space: An image of two children standing a respectful distance apart while talking.

   Download Respecting Personal Space Image

4. Sharing Materials: An image showing two children sharing crayons or books politely at a table.

   Download Sharing Materials Image

5. Helping a Friend: An image of a child assisting another child to stand up or pick up dropped items in a caring manner.

   Download Helping a Friend Image

6. Keeping Hands to Self (Alternative to Pulling Down Pants): An image of a child keeping their hands by their sides and respecting personal boundaries.

   Download Keeping Hands to Self Image

7. Using Kind Words (Alternative to Shouting Mean or Potty Words): An image of a child using kind words or giving a compliment to a friend.

   Download Using Kind Words Image

8. Gentle Touch (Alternative to Hitting): An image of a child offering a gentle pat on the back or a caring high five rather than hitting.

   Download Gentle Touch Image

Unsafe Behavior Images

1. Finger Guns: An image of a child making finger guns with their hand.

   Download Finger Guns Image

2. Inappropriate Gestures: An image showing a child making a gesture that invades another's personal space (e.g., reaching too close or a rude gesture).

   Download Inappropriate Gesture Image

3. Overly Rough Behavior: An image depicting a scene where a child is playfully but too roughly handling a toy in a way that might hurt a friend.

   Download Overly Rough Behavior Image

4. Pushing in Line: An image of a child pushing others out of the way in a line.

   Download Pushing in Line Image

5. Not Sharing: An image of a child refusing to share toys and looking upset when others try to play.

   Download Not Sharing Image

6. Pulling Down Pants in Front of Others: An image of a child pulling down another child's pants inappropriately.

   Download Pulling Down Pants Image

7. Shouting Mean or Potty Words: An image of a child shouting or using inappropriate words at others.

   Download Shouting Mean Words Image

8. Hitting Others: An image of a child hitting or slapping another child during play.

   Download Hitting Others Image

(Note: The image links above are placeholders. Replace them with the actual image files or links to the images you generate.)

How to Conduct the Activity

1. Introduction (2 minutes)

• Teacher: "Today, we're going to sort pictures into two groups: one for behaviors that keep us safe and one for behaviors that do not. This will help us learn which actions are respectful and safe."

2. Sorting Activity (10 minutes)

• Lay out the printed images on a table.
• Provide the student with two sorting mats or boxes: one labeled "Safe Behaviors" and the other labeled "Unsafe Behaviors."
• Ask the student to pick up each image, decide whether the behavior shown is safe or unsafe, and place it in the appropriate pile or box.

3. Guided Discussion (3 minutes)

• After sorting, review each picture with the student:
  • Teacher: "Why did you choose this picture for safe/unsafe?"
  • Discuss why gentle touches, keeping hands to self, using kind words, and gentle interactions are safe behaviors. Also, discuss why actions like knocking down pants, shouting mean words, or hitting are unsafe.

4. Follow-Up Points

• Reinforce the key concepts learned in this activity during future lessons.
• Encourage the student to practice safe behaviors in their daily interactions at school.

This sorting activity is a fun and engaging way to help the student visually differentiate between safe and unsafe behaviors, reinforcing the lesson's key points on being a Safety Superhero. Enjoy the activity!

Safety Superhero Social Story

Once Upon a Time in Safe School

In a bright and cheerful school, there was a special superhero named Marco Enzo. Marco Enzo wasn’t like any other superhero – he was a Safety Superhero! Every day, Marco Enzo made sure that everyone at school was safe and happy by practicing gentle actions and respectful behaviors.

A Day at School

One sunny morning, Marco Enzo arrived at school with a big smile. He saw his friends playing and remembered the important rules he had learned:

• Gentle Touches: Marco Enzo always gave gentle high fives and soft shoulder taps to greet his friends.
• Respecting Personal Space: Marco Enzo knew everyone needed their own space, so he made sure to stand at a friendly distance from others.
• Using Kind Words: When a friend began shouting mean or potty words, Marco Enzo used kind words and a calm tone to help make things better.

When Things Went Wrong

During recess, Marco Enzo noticed a friend was not behaving in a safe way. One child was pulling down another child's pants in front of others, while another child was using finger guns. Remembering his safe lessons, Marco Enzo approached gently and said, "Let's use our kind words and keep our hands to ourselves." Soon, the children realized a kinder way was better and started using gentle actions instead.

A Lesson Learned

At the end of the day, the class gathered in a circle. The teacher asked, "What safe choices did we practice today?"

Marco Enzo proudly shared, "I practiced gentle touches, respected personal space, and used kind words when things went wrong!"

The teacher smiled and said, "That’s right, Marco Enzo. Every time you make safe choices, you help keep our school a happy and respectful place."

The Superhero Promise

Before leaving, Marco Enzo made a promise to always be a caring and respectful friend. He knew that even small, gentle actions could make a big difference in helping everyone stay safe.

The End.

Think about what it means to be a Safety Superhero like Marco Enzo. How can you use gentle touches, keep your personal space, and use kind words every day?