Lesson 3: Sharing is Caring
Year/Grade 1
No subject
1 student
iReady, Social Emotional Learning
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 3 | Briefly introduce the topic of sharing and cooperation. Discuss why it is important in a simple way. |
| 2 | Discussion | 2 | Engage the student in a conversation about past experiences of sharing. Ask guiding questions. |
| 3 | Instructions for Game | 2 | Explain the rules of the group game designed for taking turns. Make sure the student understands how to play. |
| 4 | Group Game | 6 | Conduct the group game, ensuring the student practices taking turns and shares with the toy or ball. |
| 5 | Reflection | 2 | Have a brief discussion on how the game went. What did the student feel about sharing and taking turns? |
| 6 | Homework Assignment | 0 | Assign a simple homework task related to sharing, such as drawing a picture of a time they shared something. Check the homework casually during the next session without asking for presentations. |
"Hello! Today, we’re going to talk about something very important: sharing! Sharing means letting someone else use or enjoy what we have. Can you think of a time when you shared something or when someone shared something with you? Sharing helps us make friends and show we care about other people. Let's explore why sharing and cooperation are important!"
"Now, I want to hear from you! Can you tell me about a time when you shared something? What did you share and how did it make you feel? Also, how do you think the other person felt when you shared with them? Sharing can create happy moments and help us feel connected to others."
"Great sharing stories! Now, we’re going to play a game. This game will be all about taking turns and sharing with each other. I will explain the rules. We will use this soft toy (or ball), and we will take turns tossing it back and forth. Remember, we need to wait for our turn and cheer for each other when we share. Are you ready to hear the instructions?"
"Alright! It's time to play! I will start by tossing the toy to you. When you catch it, remember to say, 'I’m sharing!' and then toss it back to me. Let's see how well we can take turns and share with each other. Ready? Here we go! (Begin the game, ensuring the student participates by taking turns and sharing the toy or ball.)"
"Wow! That was a lot of fun! Let's take a moment to talk about our game. How did you feel when you were sharing the toy? Was it easy or hard to wait for your turn? What did you like best about the game? Sharing is really fun, isn’t it?"
"Before we finish our lesson, I have a simple homework task for you. I want you to draw a picture of a time when you shared something with someone. It could be a toy, food, or anything you remember sharing. You can bring your drawing to our next class, and we’ll talk about it together! Remember, sharing is caring!"