Lesson Plan

Gentleness: The Power of Kindness

Students will learn and practice gentleness and kindness through interactive activities, aiming to improve empathetic interactions in the classroom.

Teaching gentleness promotes a nurturing, supportive environment, encouraging positive peer relationships and social-emotional development.

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Materials

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Preparation

5 Minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Activity

5 Minutes

Step 2

Main Activity – Story Time and Discussion

15 Minutes

Step 3

Cool-Down Reflection

5 Minutes

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Slide Deck

Welcome to Gentleness: The Power of Kindness

Introduce the lesson by discussing what gentleness and kindness mean. Use real-life examples to help students relate. Encourage interaction and sharing of personal experiences to activate prior knowledge.

Story Time & Discussion

Present the storybook and ask guided questions. Ensure to relate the characters' kind actions back to the concept of gentleness. Use chart paper to note responses.

Reflection & Cool-Down

Allow students to express their understanding through drawing or verbally. Summarize the key points of the lesson and reinforce the importance of being kind.

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Activity

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Gentleness: The Power of Kindness

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Samantha Viele

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