Lesson Plan

Quiet Power: Mastering Self-Control

To help 2nd-grade students reduce blurting out and impulsive behavior by enhancing listening and self-regulation skills via targeted activities during math lessons.

Developing self-control and active listening boosts academic and social success, enabling students to participate effectively in group settings.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Session 1: Introduction & Goal Setting

15 minutes

Step 2

Session 2: Understanding Impulses

15 minutes

Step 3

Session 3: Developing Listening Skills

15 minutes

Step 4

Session 4: Self-Regulation Strategies in Math

15 minutes

Step 5

Session 5: Review, Reflection & Reinforcement

15 minutes

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Slide Deck

Welcome to Quiet Power!

Introduce the lesson plan and its objectives in a fun, engaging manner. Explain what self-control means and why it's especially important during math lessons. Encourage students to talk about times they felt impulsive and listened to one another.

What is Impulsivity?

Explain impulsive behavior and encourage discussion. Use role-playing scenarios from the Impulse Control Activity Cards to help students recognize their feelings and actions.

Let's Practice Listening!

Introduce the interactive game and encourage active listening. Focus the conversation on noticing details and waiting one's turn.

Self-Regulation in Action

Demonstrate self-regulation techniques such as deep breathing and counting. Use visuals to display techniques; encourage students to mimic and practice these strategies.

Review & Celebrate!

Engage students in a reflective discussion. Review concepts from previous slides, revisit personal goals, and celebrate improvements.

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Quiet Power: Mastering Self-Control

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Michael Aboulafia

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