Lesson Plan

Taming the Impulse Dragon Lesson Plan

Help 2nd grade students improve impulse control by teaching personalized strategies through engaging activities and guided discussion in a quick 15-minute session.

Improved impulse control can lead to better classroom behavior, enhanced social interactions, and increased self-regulation in students who need extra support.

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Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Engagement

3 minutes

Step 2

Guided Activity

7 minutes

Step 3

Wrap-Up and Reflection

5 minutes

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Taming the Impulse Dragon

Introduce the concept of impulse control and set the tone for the lesson. Remind the student that this slide deck is to help 'tame the impulse dragon' by understanding and controlling impulses.

What Are Impulses?

Explain what impulses are in simple language. Use examples like feeling excited during playtime. Show the visual aid if available.

Recognize Your Feelings

Engage the student by discussing feelings they recognize when their impulses arise. Prompt them with questions.

Pause and Think

Discuss strategies for pausing and thinking. Encourage the student to share thoughts and examples during the guided activity.

Wrap-Up and Reflection

Summarize the key points and ask the student to share one strategy they learned. Reinforce positive behavior and encourage practice.

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