Welcome students! Introduce today’s mission: we are Behavior Detectives. Explain that we’ll learn how to tell expected behaviors (good for everyone) from unexpected behaviors (that can cause problems).

Read the objectives aloud. Emphasize the “why” behind each objective so students understand the purpose.

Define expected behaviors: those that keep everyone safe, happy, and learning. Use hand‐raising and quiet walking as examples.

Define unexpected behaviors: those that disrupt or can hurt others’ feelings. Use shouting and pushing as examples.

Show a few of the picture cards one at a time. Ask the class: “Expected or unexpected?” Prompt them to explain their thinking.

Explain how groups will work. Distribute materials: badges, cards, sorting mats. Circulate and prompt groups with questions.

Invite each group to share one unexpected behavior they found and explain why they chose it. Record key ideas on chart paper.

Explain the exit ticket. Circulate to support students as they work. Collect tickets to assess understanding.