Lesson Plan

If I, Then You Lesson Plan

Explore cause and effect, helping 3rd-grade students understand the connection between actions and outcomes through engaging 15-minute sessions.

Understanding cause and effect strengthens critical thinking and problem-solving skills, making everyday decision-making more meaningful for students.

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Lesson Prep

15 minutes before session

Step 1

Session 1: Introduction to Cause and Effect

15 minutes

Step 2

Session 2: Interactive Activity – If I, Then You

15 minutes

Step 3

Session 3: Group Discussion and Role-Playing

15 minutes

Step 4

Session 4: Reflection and Application

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

What is Cause and Effect?

Introduce the concept of cause and effect with a simple definition and real-world example (such as flipping a switch to turn on a light). Encourage students to think of other examples they experience daily.

Stories in Action

Use a short, engaging story that illustrates cause and effect (e.g., a story about a missed bus causing a change in a child's plans) and ask guiding questions to spark discussion.

Interactive Activity: If I, Then You

Introduce the interactive activity where students match actions with corresponding outcomes. Ensure every student has their activity sheet from the provided [Cause and Effect Activity Sheets](#cause-effect-activity-sheets) and facilitate pair sharing.

Group Role-Play

For group role-playing, divide students into small groups. Assign each group a scenario that demonstrates cause and effect. Use the [Interactive Discussion Guide](#interactive-discussion-guide) for prompts after each performance.

Reflection & Real Life

Conclude with a reflection session. Encourage open discussion on real-life examples students can relate to. Use these discussions to reinforce the learning and tie back to everyday experiences.

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