Lesson Plan
Helping Hands Lesson Plan
Students will recognize that everyone needs help sometimes and practice both asking for and offering help through real-life scenarios to build empathy and teamwork.
Building empathy and strong communication skills helps third graders collaborate, feel supported, and contribute positively to their classroom community.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Story Time
10 minutes
Step 3
Hands-On Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Helping Hands: Mia’s Story
Mia Paints a Picture
Uh-oh! A Spill!
A Helping Hand
Working Together
Block Tower Trouble
Mia Offers Help
Everyone Needs Help
Activity
Worksheet
Lesson Plan
Solo Helping Hands Plan
The student will understand that everyone needs help sometimes by watching an animated video, discussing how to ask for and offer help, practicing through guided one-on-one role-play, and reflecting on personal experiences.
Building self-advocacy and empathy helps third graders feel confident reaching out when they need support and offering assistance to others in a caring way.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare One-on-One Session
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up & Video
8 minutes
Step 2
Guided Discussion
7 minutes
Step 3
One-on-One Role-Play
10 minutes
Step 4
Reflection
5 minutes
