Lesson Plan

Recess Rescue Lesson Plan

Equip educators with targeted strategies to manage Elias’s elopement behaviors during recess using sensory tools and effective redirection techniques.

This lesson will help ensure Elias's safety and promote a supportive environment, reducing the risk of injury and improving emotional regulation during recess.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review Materials and Prepare Examples

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Context Setting

5 minutes

Step 2

Strategy Review and Discussion

15 minutes

Step 3

Q&A and Wrap-Up

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Recess Rescue: Strategies for Safe Play

Introduce the session by welcoming participants and outlining the lesson objectives. Emphasize the importance of understanding elopement triggers and using sensory tools effectively.

Understanding Elias's Needs and Triggers

Discuss Elias's case details and the context around his behavior. Explain why being proactive with triggers is essential to ensuring his safety.

Key Strategies: Sensory Tools & Redirection Techniques

Explain the sensory tools and redirection techniques. Highlight how calm-down visuals and sensory compression tools have been helpful. Invite participants to share their own experiences.

Practical Examples & Discussion

Use this slide to review practical examples and to encourage hands-on discussion. Ask prompting questions about past experiences to facilitate sharing best practices.

Q&A and Wrap-Up

Wrap up the session by summarizing key takeaways. Invite the team to ask any final questions and remind them of available resources for further training.

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Activity

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Recess Rescue: Strategies for Safe Play

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Molly Mulhern

Tier 3
For Districts