Lesson Plan

Shake On It! Lesson Plan

By the end of this 30-minute lesson, 6th graders will confidently introduce themselves using a simple script and execute a proper handshake with correct posture, eye contact, and firm grip.

Mastering introductions and handshakes builds essential social skills, boosts confidence, and prepares students for real-world interactions such as meeting peers, attending interviews, or networking.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Demonstration

7 minutes

Step 3

Guided Practice

10 minutes

Step 4

Peer Feedback

5 minutes

Step 5

Reflection & Closing

3 minutes

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Shake On It!

Introduction & Warm-Up

What Makes a Good Handshake?

Guided Practice

Peer Feedback

Reflection & Closing

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Shake On It!

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