Lesson Plan

ADHD Superpowers: Focus & Fun

Introduce first graders with ADHD to fun behavioral strategies that can be used both at home and in class to improve focus and utilize their unique strengths.

This lesson empowers ADHD students by highlighting their superpowers and equips teachers and parents with easy, engaging interventions, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Audience

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Materials

Prep

Lesson Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Engage and Introduce

15 minutes

Step 2

Guided Practice

20 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Activity

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Reflection

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

ADHD Superpowers: Focus & Fun

Introduce the lesson by emphasizing that everyone has unique strengths. Highlight the idea of 'superpowers' that can help us focus and do our best. Ask a few warm-up questions like 'What makes you special?' or 'What fun things can you do when you focus?' Be enthusiastic to set the stage for an exciting session.

The Super Focusing Hero

Show the interactive story segment. Explain that this story is about a hero who learns to harness their unique abilities to focus better. Pause and ask questions to ensure engagement and understanding.

Fun Focus Techniques

Discuss simple behavioral interventions. Demonstrate the idea using examples like the 'sticky star' chart or a breathing exercise. Encourage the students to participate and try a simple focus technique together. Use visual cues from the slides to reinforce learning.

Interactive Activity & Wrap-Up

Engage the class with an interactive activity using the Behavioral Chart. Invite students to share their moments of focus and celebrate the positive behaviors. Close with encouraging words, reminding the students of their unique superpowers.

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Activity

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ADHD Superpowers: Focus & Fun

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DANELLE LOCKLEAR

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