| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Psychology |
| What age group | Year or Grade 3 |
| What topic | let be a good kid |
| Quantity | 2 |
| Any other preferences |
Objective: To encourage kindness and good behaviour among classmates.
Materials Needed: A large jar, colourful paper slips, crayons or markers.
Introduce the Concept of Kindness: Start by asking the students, "What does it mean to be a good kid?" Allow them to share their thoughts and ideas. Write key words like "kindness," "sharing," and "helping" on the board.
Introduce the Kindness Jar: Present the large jar and explain that this lesson will be about collecting acts of kindness. Every time a student performs a good deed (such as helping a friend or sharing their toys), they can write it on a colourful slip of paper and add it to the jar.
Decoration Time: Let the students decorate the slips of paper with crayons or markers, drawing symbols of kindness like hearts, smiles, or helping hands.
Sharing Time: After the activity, have a few students share their drawings and what they plan to do to be a good kid.
Continue throughout the Week: Encourage students to continue adding to the Kindness Jar throughout the week, and plan to review their acts of kindness at the end of the week.
Wrap up by explaining that every small act of kindness makes our classroom a better place.
Objective: To create a sense of community and commitment to positive behaviour.
Materials Needed: Printed "Good Kid Pledge" cards (which can be decorated), a poster board.
Discussion on Good Deeds: Start by talking about what makes someone a good kid. Encourage students to list examples, such as being polite, listening, and helping others.
Introduce the Good Kid Pledge: Present the “Good Kid Pledge” – for example, "I promise to be kind, to share, to help others, and to be a good friend."
Pledge Signing: Give each student a printed pledge card and have them decorate it with their names and drawings. Once decorated, have them sign their pledges.
Display the Pledge: Create a classroom poster board to display the students' pledge cards. This will serve as a reminder of their commitment to being good kids.
Share with the Class: Invite a few students to read their pledges out loud and share what it means to them.
Conclude by discussing how knowing everyone is committed to being a good kid can make the classroom a happier place. Celebrate the pledges and build excitement for sharing good deeds throughout the lesson.
These engaging activities will not only set a positive tone for the lesson but also foster a sense of community among the students while they learn about the importance of being a good kid.