Who Are We Lesson Plan Students will introduce themselves, share personal interests, and practice active listening to build connections and prepare for future group work.
Fostering rapport and listening skills creates a welcoming environment, boosts student confidence, and lays the groundwork for effective collaboration.
4th and 5th Grade Students
Interactive intros with partner interviews and reflection.
Prep Prepare Materials 5 minutes
Welcome students and explain that today’s goal is to get to know one another and practice active listening.
Briefly model active listening: make eye contact, nod, and repeat back a phrase you heard.
Step 2 Name Tag Creation & Circle Introductions 5 minutes
Give each student a name tag and a marker.
Instruct students to write their name and draw a small icon representing a hobby or interest on their tag.
Once complete, have students sit in a circle and, one by one, share their name and explain their icon to the group.
Step 3 Paired Interviews 7 minutes
Pair students with someone they know least.
Provide guiding questions:
Students take turns asking and listening, then switch roles.
Encourage partners to use active listening: eye contact, nodding, and asking a follow-up question.
Step 4 Worksheet Reflection 4 minutes
Distribute
Instruct students to record two things they learned about their partner and draw a small portrait or symbol.
Circulate to support students and ensure accuracy.
Step 5 Closing Reflection 2 minutes
Invite one or two volunteers to share something interesting they learned about their partner.
Reinforce the importance of listening and building connections.
Thank students for participating and encourage them to continue conversations during break times.
