| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | No subject |
| What topic | school shooting and coping with activity |
| What length (min) | 10 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 3 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
School Shooting and Coping with Activity
Year/Grade 3
No subject
20 students
This lesson aligns with the expectations for social-emotional learning and safety awareness outlined in the national curriculum.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (min) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 2 | Introduce the topic of school safety. Explain the importance of discussing feelings and coping. |
| 2 | Group Activity | 3 | Divide students into groups of 4. Each group discusses and shares one coping strategy. |
| 3 | Printable Card Distribution | 1 | Hand out printable cards to students to write down thoughts or feelings related to the topic. |
| 4 | Physical Activity Break | 2 | Lead students in a brief physical activity (e.g., stretching or a quick game). |
| 5 | Individual Reflection | 1 | Allow students time to fill out their cards with personal reflections. |
| 6 | Sharing and Collecting Cards | 1 | Randomly collect students' cards or have them share one thing they wrote. |
| 7 | Homework Presentation | 1 | Invite one or two students to share their homework related to school safety and coping. |
"Good morning, class! Today, we’re going to talk about something very important: school safety. It's essential for us to feel safe while we’re learning and having fun at school. Part of feeling safe includes knowing how to express our feelings and cope with difficult situations. This is what we’re going to discuss today. I want you all to remember that it's okay to have these feelings and sharing them is a way to cope better. Let’s work together to understand this topic better."
"Now, I’d like to divide you into groups of four. Each group will have about three minutes to discuss and share one coping strategy that could help you feel safe or deal with feelings about safety. Think about things you can do when you're feeling worried or upset. Once the time is up, we will come back together as a class and share what you talked about. Go ahead; form your groups!"
"Great job discussing in your groups! Now, I’m going to hand out some cards. These cards are for you to write down your thoughts or feelings about school safety. You can write about how you feel or a coping strategy that you think might help. Remember, this is a personal reflection, so make sure to think carefully about what you want to say. Take a minute to fill them out."
"Okay, let’s take a quick break from writing. It’s time to get a little moving! I want everyone to stand up and join me for a quick stretching exercise. Stretch your arms up high and take a deep breath in... and let it out slowly. Now, let's do some light stretches. This will help us feel more relaxed and ready to share. After we stretch, let’s play a quick game where we can just have fun for a few minutes! We will play 'Freeze Dance.' Ready? Let's go!"
"Now that we’ve moved around a bit, I’d like you to spend a moment reflecting again. Look at your cards and finish writing down anything you’d like to express about how you feel about school safety. This is just for you, so take your time to think about what you truly want to say."
"Let’s come back together again. If you’re comfortable, I’d like you to share one thing you wrote on your card today. You can also choose to keep it private and just hand your card to me. I’ll collect these cards and read some of the thoughts aloud. Remember, this is a safe space, and we respect what everyone has to share. Who would like to start?"
"Finally, I want to invite one or two of you to share what you worked on for your homework about school safety and coping strategies. This could be something you found interesting or a way you plan to cope in the future. Who wants to share first? Remember, your experiences are important and can help your classmates as well!”
| Slide Number | Image | Slide Content |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | {Image: A welcoming classroom scene} | - Introduction to school safety - Importance of feeling safe in school - Expressing feelings helps cope better |
| 2 | {Image: Students in small groups talking} | - Group activity to discuss coping strategies - Share one strategy that helps with feelings about safety - Collaboration and sharing ideas with peers |
| 3 | {Image: Cards with writing utensils} | - Distribution of printable cards - Personal reflection on feelings about school safety - Write down thoughts and coping strategies |
| 4 | {Image: Students stretching} | - Physical activity break - Engage in stretching exercise to relax - Fun activity: 'Freeze Dance' to energize |
| 5 | {Image: Students sharing in a circle} | - Individual reflection time - Share thoughts from cards, or keep them private - Inviting students to share homework related to school safety |
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is one feeling you think students might have about school safety? | |
| Can you name a coping strategy that helps you feel safe at school? | |
| Why is it important to express our feelings regarding safety? | |
| How can group discussions help foster a sense of safety? | |
| What are some signs that someone may be feeling unsafe or worried? | |
| How does physical activity contribute to our emotional well-being? | |
| What did you enjoy about the 'Freeze Dance' activity during class? | |
| Why is it important to create a safe space for sharing in the classroom? | |
| What are some ways we can support each other in feeling safe at school? | |
| Can you think of a time when sharing your feelings helped you cope? |
Here’s a list of simple physical exercises that can be incorporated into the teacher's lesson plan, formatted in Markdown:
### Quick and Fun Physical Exercises
**1. Stretch Up High**
Reach for the sky, stand up tall,
Stretch your arms high, don’t let them fall.
Take a deep breath, feel the ease,
Let it all out, relax like a breeze.
**2. Side Stretch**
Now lean to the left, then lean to the right,
Feel that stretch and hold it tight.
Wiggle your fingers, feel the space,
Let tension go, find your happy place.
**3. Toe Touches**
Bend at the waist and try to touch your toes,
Feel the stretch as the body flows.
Bounce a little, side to side,
In this moment, let worries hide.
**4. Arm Circles**
Circle your arms, big and wide,
Forward and backward, let's enjoy the ride.
Feel the warmth as you go,
Shake it out nice and slow.
**5. March in Place**
Lift your knees, march with pride,
Bring those feet up, let’s take a stride.
Swing your arms, keep the beat,
Feel the rhythm, move your feet!
**6. Freeze Dance**
Now let's dance, but here's the rule,
When the music stops, like a statue, be cool!
When it plays, wiggle and shake,
When it stops, hold your pose—no mistake!
**7. Calf Raises**
Stand up tall, lift heels high,
To the tiptoes, reach for the sky.
Lower back down, feel the ground,
Up and down, let joy be found.
**8. Butterfly Stretch**
Sit down now, bring your feet near,
Let your knees drop, show no fear.
Hold your feet, let your body sway,
Enjoy this stretch, it’s a happy way! Feel free to adjust the language or content to best suit your teaching style and your students' needs!