Lesson Plan

Playing Together, Not Bossy! Lesson Plan

6-year-olds will learn the basics of sharing, taking turns, and working with others by engaging in simple, individual activities designed to foster a sense of cooperation.

This lesson builds early social skills and lays the groundwork for positive interactions by teaching young learners the importance of sharing and not being bossy.

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Preparation

3 minutes

Step 1

Story Time & Discussion

6 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Activity

6 minutes

Step 3

Reflection & Wrap-Up

3 minutes

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Slide Deck

Playing Together, Not Bossy!

Introduce the theme of the lesson: effective teamwork versus bossiness. Emphasize every student's role is valuable in a group and that collaboration leads to better outcomes.

The Value of Teamwork

Discuss the importance of teamwork. Encourage students to think about times when teamwork made a difference in their lives or projects.

The Downsides of Bossiness

Highlight how bossiness can negatively impact group dynamics and shut down other’s ideas. Prompt discussion with questions about personal experiences.

Interactive Activity

Provide specific instructions for the role-playing activity. Make sure students understand their tasks and the importance of equal participation.

Reflection & Wrap-Up

Encourage reflective discussion. Ask the students what they learned from the activity and how they might apply these strategies in future group work.

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Playing Together, Not Bossy!

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