Lesson Plan

Respect Rocks! Lesson Plan

Help the student identify and practice respectful behaviors toward adults and peers, reduce name-calling, and stay on task through structured role-play, guided reflection, and immediate positive reinforcement.

Building respect and empathy improves classroom climate, reduces disruptions, and strengthens the student’s social and self-regulation skills for lasting positive behavior.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Print Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Expectations

2 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Role-Play

6 minutes

Step 3

Guided Reflection

4 minutes

Step 4

Positive Reinforcement & Goal Setting

3 minutes

Slide Deck

Respect Rocks!

Welcome the student warmly. Briefly introduce yourself and the session. Set a positive tone and get them excited about learning respect.

Introduction & Expectations

Explain why respect matters in class and with friends. Introduce the green/red cards as a fun way to see good choices vs. areas to improve.

Interactive Role-Play

Use the [Respect Role-Play Scenario Cards](#respect-roleplay-scenario-cards). Present one card at a time. Encourage the student to act out both disrespectful and respectful responses. Hold up green/red cards to discuss.

Guided Reflection

Hand out the [Respect Reflection Worksheet](#respect-reflection-worksheet). Guide the student to think of a real situation they’ve experienced. Offer support as they write or draw.

Positive Reinforcement & Goal Setting

Use the [Respect Behavior Tracker](#respect-behavior-tracker) to show progress. Give a gold star or token for today’s participation. Collaborate on a simple, concrete goal.

Great Job—Keep It Up!

End the session on an encouraging note. Remind the student that respect is a skill they can keep improving every day.

Lesson Plan

Respect Rocks! Lesson Plan

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Review and Print Materials

Step 1

Introduction and Expectations

Step 2

Interactive Role-Play

Step 3

Guided Reflection

Step 4

Positive Reinforcement & Goal Setting

Slide Deck

Respect Rocks!

Introduction & Expectations

Interactive Role-Play

Guided Reflection

Positive Reinforcement & Goal Setting

Great Job—Keep It Up!

Activity

Worksheet

Activity

Worksheet

Respect Rocks!

Robbin Johnson-Perez