Lesson Plan

Kind Words Unite Lesson Plan

Students will identify respectful behaviors toward differences and practice using kind words through scenario discussions and personal reflection.

This lesson fosters an inclusive classroom by helping 3rd graders appreciate diversity, build empathy, and use kind language to strengthen peer relationships.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Brainstorm

3 minutes

Step 2

Scenario Discussion

7 minutes

Step 3

Exit Ticket Reflection

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Kind Words Unite

Welcome! Introduce today’s lesson: Kind Words Unite. Explain that we’ll learn how to respect differences and practice kind language.

Lesson Objective

Read the objective aloud. Ensure students understand our goal for today.

Warm-Up: Brainstorm Respect

Ask: “What does respect look or sound like when we notice differences?” Give students 30 seconds to share with a partner. Record responses on chart paper.

Scenario Discussion

Distribute scenario cards. In pairs, students read their scenario and discuss: “What kind words could help in this situation?” After ~1 minute, invite 3–4 pairs to share.

Exit Ticket Reflection

Hand out exit tickets. Explain the two prompts. Allow 3–5 minutes for students to write. Collect tickets as they finish.

Lesson Plan

Kind Words Unite Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

Step 1

Warm-Up Brainstorm

Step 2

Scenario Discussion

Step 3

Exit Ticket Reflection

Slide Deck

Kind Words Unite

Lesson Objective

Warm-Up: Brainstorm Respect

Scenario Discussion

Exit Ticket Reflection

Worksheet

Worksheet

Kind Words Unite

Danielle Rollins