Self-Advocacy Adventure
Increase self advocacy in class
This lesson is designed to help a 6th grade male student develop self-advocacy skills through engaging activities. By using Game-Based and Inquiry-Based Learning strategies, the student will explore scenarios where self-advocacy is essential and practice these skills in a supportive environment. This lesson is important as it empowers students to express their needs and seek help, fostering independence and confidence in the classroom.
Game-Based Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning
Self-Advocacy Scenario Cards, Worksheet: Self-Advocacy Reflection, Pens, and Whiteboard and markers
- Begin with a brief discussion on what self-advocacy means.
- Ask the student if they can think of a time when they needed to ask for help or express their needs in class.
Step 2
Scenario Game
15 mins
- Introduce the Self-Advocacy Scenario Cards.
- Explain that each card presents a classroom situation where self-advocacy is needed.
- Have the student pick a card and read the scenario aloud.
- Discuss possible ways to handle the situation, encouraging the student to think of different strategies.
- Role-play the scenario with the student, allowing them to practice their response.
Step 3
Worksheet Activity
5 mins
- Hand out the 'Self-Advocacy Reflection' worksheet.
- Ask the student to reflect on the scenario they role-played and write down how they felt and what they learned.
- Encourage them to think about how they can apply these skills in real-life situations.
- Recap the importance of self-advocacy in the classroom.
- Ask the student to share one thing they will try to do differently in class to advocate for themselves.
- Thank the student for participating and encourage them to practice these skills regularly.
