Lesson Plan
Back-to-School Buzz Lesson Plan
Students will learn each other’s names, understand classroom routines, and collaboratively create a visual class contract to set clear expectations and foster a positive community.
Establishing routines and co-creating expectations builds ownership, safety, and respect, helping 2nd graders feel valued and ready to learn together.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Print and Organize Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Welcome & Name Game
5 minutes
Step 2
Discuss Routines & Expectations
5 minutes
Step 3
Co-create Class Contract
10 minutes
Step 4
Community Building Activity
5 minutes
Step 5
Reflection & Close
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Back-to-School Buzz
Welcome & Name Game
Discuss Routines & Expectations
Co-create Class Contract
Community Building Activity
Reflection & Close
Worksheet
Activity
