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The Reflection Game

Lesson Plan

Interactive Reflection Game Plan

Students will engage in guided self-reflection and share their experiences with peers, developing self-awareness and empathy in a structured and enjoyable classroom activity.

This lesson is crucial for building a supportive environment, reinforcing the value of self-reflection, and enhancing communication skills among 2nd Grade students.

Audience

2nd Grade Class

Time

40 minutes

Approach

Structured interactive game and discussion.

Materials

Interactive Reflection Game Plan, Experience Sharing Game, and Reflection Sharing Cool Down

Prep

Preparation Steps

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-Up

5 minutes

  • Welcome students and explain the concept of self-reflection in simple terms.
  • Share a brief personal example to illustrate how reflecting on experiences can be helpful.
  • Ensure students feel safe and encouraged to share.

Step 2

Main Activity: The Reflection Game

25 minutes

  • Divide the class into small groups.
  • In each group, play the Experience Sharing Game where students take turns sharing one experience and what they learned from it.
  • Encourage students to use reflective language (e.g., 'I felt', 'I learned').
  • Teachers should circulate and facilitate, ensuring each student has an opportunity to share.

Step 3

Cool Down and Reflection Wrap-Up

10 minutes

  • Gather as a whole class and invite a few volunteers to share insights from their group discussions.
  • Use the Reflection Sharing Cool Down activity to guide students in summarizing what they learned about themselves and others.
  • Conclude by reaffirming the importance of sharing and reflecting on personal experiences.
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Game

Experience Sharing Game

The Experience Sharing Game is designed to help students share and reflect on their personal experiences in small groups. This game encourages students to express their thoughts and feelings in a supportive environment while practicing reflective language.

Game Guidelines

  1. Group Formation:

    • Divide the class into small groups of 3-4 students.

  2. Turn-Taking:

    • Each student takes a turn to share a personal experience. The teacher or a volunteer can help to signal whose turn it is.

  3. Reflection Prompts:

    • To help guide the reflection, consider prompts such as:
      • "Can you share a time when you felt really happy?"
      • "Describe an experience that taught you something new about yourself."
      • "Share a moment when you helped someone or received help.
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  4. Reflective Language:

    • Encourage students to use phrases like "I felt...," "I learned...," or "I noticed..." when sharing their experiences.

  5. Active Listening:

    • While one student is speaking, the others should listen attentively, showing respect through body language and by not interrupting.

  6. Teacher Facilitation:

    • Move around the groups to offer support and ensure everyone is engaged.
    • Ask follow-up questions if needed to help students articulate their feelings and insights more clearly.

  7. Closing Discussion:

    • After each round, briefly discuss as a class what was shared in the groups. Highlight common feelings or lessons that emerged.







Remember to ensure that every child feels safe and comfortable sharing at their own pace. The goal is to foster an environment of collaboration, empathy, and mutual respect.

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Cool Down

Reflection Sharing Cool Down

This cool-down activity is designed to help students consolidate their reflections from the group game. It offers a chance for them to summarize what they've learned about themselves and each other, reinforcing positive communication and self-awareness.

How to Facilitate

  1. Gather Together:

    Have the class come together in a circle after the main activity.


  2. Guided Prompts:

    Ask simple reflective questions to guide the discussion, such as:

    • "What is one new thing you learned about yourself today?"
    • "Can you share a moment from your game that made you feel special?"
    • "How did listening to your friends' stories make you feel?"


  3. Sharing Insights:

    Invite a few students to share key insights from their group discussions. Encourage them to use reflective language (e.g., "I felt...", "I learned...").


  4. Positive Closure:

    Close the session by affirming the importance of sharing and reflection. Emphasize how understanding feelings can help us build a caring community.


  5. Teacher Reflection:

    End with a brief teacher reflection that recaps the day's key lessons and thanks the students for their participation.


This wrap-up helps reinforce the skills of self-reflection and empathetic listening, making it a valuable component of the day's activities and setting a positive tone for the rest of the day.

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