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Self-Control Storytime

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Lesson Plan

Self-Control Storytime

Explore self-control through storytelling

In this lesson, kindergarten students will engage in a storytime session where they explore characters who demonstrate self-control. Through interactive storytelling, discussion, and a craft activity, students will learn to identify self-control in various scenarios and discuss how they can apply these lessons in their own lives. This lesson is important as it encourages critical thinking, empathy, and helps young students develop essential social-emotional skills.

Audience

Kindergarten Students

Time

30 mins

Approach

Explore self-control through storytelling

Materials

Storybook: 'The Self-Controlled Squirrel', Discussion Guide, Self-Control Worksheet, Crayons, Craft Supplies, and Video: 'Self-Regulation Song For Kids'

Step 1

Introduction

3 mins

  • Gather students in a circle on the carpet.
  • Introduce the concept of self-control by asking if anyone knows what it means.
  • Explain that today we will read a story about a squirrel who learns to use self-control.

Step 2

Video Viewing

3 mins

Step 3

Storytime

10 mins

  • Read the storybook 'The Self-Controlled Squirrel' aloud to the class.
  • Use expressive voices and gestures to engage students.
  • Pause at key moments to ask predictive questions like, 'What do you think the squirrel will do next?'

Step 4

Discussion

7 mins

  • Use the Discussion Guide to facilitate a conversation about the story.
  • Ask students how the squirrel showed self-control and why it was important.
  • Encourage students to share times when they used self-control.

Step 5

Craft Activity

5 mins

  • Provide students with craft supplies to create their own 'Self-Control Squirrel'.
  • Encourage creativity and discuss how their squirrel can remind them to practice self-control.

Step 6

Closure

2 mins

  • Recap the importance of self-control and how it helps us make good choices.
  • Thank students for their participation and remind them to practice self-control every day.
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Discussion

Discussion Guide

Guide to facilitate a discussion on self-control using the story 'The Self-Controlled Squirrel'.

How did the squirrel show self-control in the story?

Encourage students to recall specific actions the squirrel took to demonstrate self-control.







Why is self-control important?

Discuss how self-control helps us make good choices and avoid trouble.







Can you think of a time when you used self-control?

Allow students to share personal experiences and relate them to the story.







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Worksheet

Self-Control Worksheet

A worksheet for students to draw a picture of a time they used self-control.

Draw a picture of a time you used self-control.

Think about a time when you waited your turn or shared with a friend.







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