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Which subject	English
What topic	Self-esteem
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Self-esteem

Objectives

To help students understand the concept of self-esteem.
To encourage students to express positive thoughts about themselves.
To promote a supportive classroom environment where everyone feels valued.

Materials

Storybook related to self-esteem (e.g., "Chrysanthemum" by Kevin Henkes)
Chart paper and markers
Colored construction paper
Glue and safety scissors
Stickers or stamps
A mirror (one for small group use or a handheld mirror for demonstration)

Grade/Age Group

Reception / Kindergarten (Ages 5-6)

Subject

English

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with U.S. National Standards for English Language Arts by promoting speaking, listening, and comprehension skills through interactive discussions and activities.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Gather the students in a circle. Introduce the topic of self-esteem through a brief discussion. Ask students what they think self-esteem means.
2	Story Time	10	Read a selected story that highlights themes of self-esteem. Pause to ask questions about the characters' feelings and thoughts.
3	Group Discussion	5	Facilitate a discussion about the story. Ask students to share moments they felt good about themselves.
4	Creative Activity	8	Have students create a "self-portrait" on colored construction paper, where they draw themselves and write one positive thing about themselves.
5	Sharing & Affirmation	2	Allow students to share their self-portraits in small groups, focusing on positivity and encouragement.
6	Closing Reflection	2	Gather students back in the circle to briefly share what they learned about self-esteem. Reinforce that everyone is special in their own way.

Homework

Students will take home a "My Positive Affirmation" worksheet where they will write or draw one positive thing about themselves. Collect the sheets in the next class without requiring any student to present them publicly.