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Space and Help Request Game

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Lesson Plan

Space and Help Request Game

Ask for space/help appropriately

This lesson uses game-based learning to teach English Learners how to ask for space or help when they feel overwhelmed, upset, or discouraged. Through a fun and interactive activity, students will practice these essential communication skills, which are crucial for their emotional well-being and social interactions.

Audience

English Learners

Time

25 mins

Approach

Game-Based Learning

Materials

Printable Cards: Scenario Cards, and Printable Cards: Response Cards

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on feelings of being overwhelmed or upset.
  • Explain the importance of asking for space or help in these situations.
  • Introduce the game-based activity that will help practice these skills.

Step 2

Activity Setup

5 mins

  • Distribute the Scenario Cards and Response Cards to students.
  • Explain the rules: Students will draw a Scenario Card and then choose an appropriate Response Card to match the scenario.

Step 3

Game Play

10 mins

  • Students take turns drawing Scenario Cards and selecting Response Cards.
  • Encourage students to discuss why they chose a particular response.
  • Provide guidance and feedback to ensure understanding and correct usage of phrases.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

  • Recap the key points of the lesson.
  • Ask students to share one new thing they learned about asking for space or help.
  • Encourage students to use these skills in real-life situations.
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Worksheet

Scenario Cards

These cards present different scenarios where students might feel overwhelmed or upset. They are used in the game to practice asking for space or help.




You are feeling overwhelmed with homework.







You are upset because a friend said something mean.







You are discouraged after not doing well on a test.




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Response Cards

These cards provide appropriate responses for asking for space or help. They are used in the game to match with the Scenario Cards.




Can I have some time alone, please?







Could you help me with this problem?







I need a break, can we talk later?




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