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Words Matter: Finding Our Best Voice

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Lesson Plan

Words Matter: Finding Our Best Voice

Help the student understand the impact of words and recognize appropriate language through engaging, reflective activities.

This lesson fosters awareness and self-regulation, reducing outbursts and helping the student develop effective communication skills.

Audience

2nd Grade Autistic Student

Time

20 Minutes

Approach

Interactive activities and guided reflection.

Materials

Words Matter Worksheet

Prep

Preparation

5 Minutes

  • Review the lesson plan details and ensure familiarity with the interactive activities.
  • Prepare the worksheet and review Words Matter Worksheet for consistency.
  • Set up a quiet, distraction-free learning environment.

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

5 Minutes

  • Begin by explaining the importance of using kind and appropriate words.
  • Engage the student in a brief discussion about how words can make others feel happy or sad.
  • Ask the student to provide examples of positive words.

Step 2

Interactive Activity

7 Minutes

  • Use role-playing or a simple game to demonstrate how different words affect feelings.
  • Guide the student through practice scenarios that show alternative words to express frustration or excitement.

Step 3

Worksheet Reflection

5 Minutes

  • Have the student complete the Words Matter Worksheet where they identify words and choose better alternatives.
  • Discuss their answers and provide gentle corrections and encouragement.

Step 4

Conclusion

3 Minutes

  • Recap the key points of the lesson.
  • Reinforce the idea that choosing kind words can help improve interactions.
  • End with a positive affirmation encouraging soft and respectful language.
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Worksheet

Words Matter Worksheet

Instructions

Today, we are going to practice choosing kind and appropriate words. Read each scenario carefully and answer the questions by writing down your thoughts in the space provided.

1. Scenario: Feeling Upset

Imagine you are feeling frustrated because your toy broke. Sometimes, we might feel like saying words that hurt others. Instead, you can choose a kind word to express how you feel.

Question: Write down one kind word you can say when you are upset.





2. Scenario: Joining a Game

You want to join a group game, but you feel a little shy. Think about what you could say to join nicely.

Question: Write a kind sentence you might say to ask to join the game.





3. Matching Exercise

Here are two lists of words. Draw a line (or write the word next to its match) connecting words that mean similar nice feelings.

List A:

  • Happy
  • Calm
  • Friendly

List B:

  • Joyful
  • Peaceful
  • Kind

Question: How do you connect these words? Write your answers below.





4. Reflection

Think about these scenarios. Using kind words can make you and your friends feel better. Reflect on why it is important to choose kind words.

Question: Write a few sentences explaining why you think kind words are important.










Great work today! Remember, using kind words helps everyone have a happier day.

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