Lesson Plan
Play Together, Grow Together
Initiating Play and Reciprocal Play
This lesson plan is designed to help 3rd grade students learn the skills of initiating and engaging in reciprocal play. Through a series of 15 sessions, students will explore the concepts of fair play, taking turns, and respecting others' feelings. This lesson is important as it fosters social skills, empathy, and cooperation among students, which are essential for building healthy relationships and a positive classroom environment.
Audience
Time
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Materials
Step 1
Session 1: Introduction to Play
25 mins
Step 2
Session 2: Video Viewing and Discussion
25 mins
Step 3
Session 3: Cooperative Game
25 mins
Step 4
Session 4: Play Stations Introduction
25 mins
Step 5
Session 5: Practicing Initiation
25 mins
Step 6
Session 6: Taking Turns
25 mins
Step 7
Session 7: Respecting Feelings
25 mins
Step 8
Session 8: Cooperative Games
25 mins
Step 9
Session 9: Conflict Resolution
25 mins
Step 10
Session 10: Creative Play
25 mins
Step 11
Session 11: Empathy in Play
25 mins
Step 12
Session 12: Reflective Play
25 mins
Step 13
Session 13: Play Leadership
25 mins
Step 14
Session 14: Inclusive Play
25 mins
Step 15
Session 15: Celebration and Reflection
25 mins
Discussion
