Lesson Plan
Name Calling: Words Matter
Introduce first graders to the impact of words by discussing name-calling and its effects, while promoting empathy and encouraging the use of kind language.
Understanding how words affect others helps build a supportive, inclusive classroom environment and promotes social-emotional development in young learners.
Audience
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Materials
Prep
Preparation Steps
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Discussion
10 minutes
Step 2
Role-Playing Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Closing and Reflection
5 minutes

Lesson Plan
Words Matter: Kindness Counts Lesson Plan
Introduce 1st graders to the effects of words by discussing name calling and demonstrating how kind language can change outcomes.
By understanding the impact of our words, students build empathy and foster a supportive, inclusive classroom environment.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation Steps
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up & Introduction
10 minutes
Step 2
Main Activity: Role-Playing
10 minutes
Step 3
Cool-Down & Reflection
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Welcome to Words Matter: Kindness Counts
What is Name Calling?
The Power of Kindness
Let's Act It Out!
Reflection Time

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Discussion

