Lesson Plan
Muddy Choices Lesson Plan
Students will analyze decision-making and ethical choices using an excerpt from _Fuzzy Mud_, practice empathy through role-play and movement, and reflect on the consequences of different choices.
This lesson strengthens social-emotional skills by helping students consider multiple perspectives, balance courage with safety, and learn to think through consequences before acting.
Audience
Time
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Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Read-Aloud and Paired Reading
6 minutes
Step 3
Guided Discussion
6 minutes
Step 4
Role-Play Activity
5 minutes
Step 5
Four Corners Decision Zone
5 minutes
Step 6
Reflection and Share
3 minutes

Slide Deck
Muddy Choices
Lesson Objectives
Reading the Excerpt
Guided Discussion Questions
Role-Play Activity
Reflection
Share & Wrap Up

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