Lesson Plan

Navigating the Social Playground Lesson Plan

Help the student master school social norms and expectations through interactive sessions focused on key social skills.

This lesson plan supports the student in successfully navigating social situations at school, boosting confidence and promoting independence in social interactions.

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30 minutes

Step 1

Session 1: Introduction to Social Norms

25 minutes

Step 2

Session 2: Understanding Personal Space

25 minutes

Step 3

Session 3: Using Polite Language

25 minutes

Step 4

Session 4: Waiting for a Turn

25 minutes

Step 5

Session 5: Recognizing Emotions in Others

25 minutes

Step 6

Session 6: Responding to Social Cues

25 minutes

Step 7

Session 7: Making Friendly Introductions

25 minutes

Step 8

Session 8: Handling Disagreements

25 minutes

Step 9

Session 9: Listening Skills and Turn-Taking in Conversations

25 minutes

Step 10

Session 10: Empathy and Helping Others

25 minutes

Step 11

Session 11: Consolidation of Social Norms

25 minutes

Step 12

Session 12: Final Role Play and Game

25 minutes

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Welcome to the Social Playground!

What Are Social Norms?

Understanding Personal Space

Using Polite Language

Waiting for Your Turn

Empathy and Helping Others

Review: All About Social Norms

Let's Play and Practice!

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Navigating the Social Playground: Mastering School Social Norms

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Michelle Morse

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